2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2012 Subaru Impreza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Impreza (305 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 456 kg more than 2012 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2012 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Impreza (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Impreza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
Model | S | Impreza |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2624 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 64 L |