2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2009 Subaru Outback were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Outback. (243 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2009 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2009 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | E | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
