2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 388 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Legacy. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | S | Legacy |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4735 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1506 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |