2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Subaru Outback is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Outback (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 90 kg more than 2010 Subaru Outback.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Outback. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Outback has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Outback will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Subaru Outback | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Outback | E |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |