2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 242 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza will offer significantly more control. 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 (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Impreza. (330 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Impreza. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Impreza 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.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | E | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |