2010 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, both 2010 Subaru Outback and 2010 Mercedes-Benz B were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Outback weights approximately 147 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2010 Subaru Outback (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Subaru Outback | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Outback | B |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2034 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1669 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |