2011 Subaru Legacy vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2011 Subaru Legacy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz B would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Subaru Legacy (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (94 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2011 Subaru Legacy 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, 2011 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, 2011 Subaru Legacy (349 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Subaru Legacy | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legacy | B |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4735 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1821 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |