2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback. (164 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Outback weights approximately 75 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | S | Outback |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |
