2010 Subaru Outback Sport vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 820 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback Sport 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 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback Sport. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Outback Sport | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Outback Sport | S |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 2230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 90 L |