2009 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz R and 2009 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy 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 R (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (339 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz R | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | R | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2457 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |