2011 Subaru Outback vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2011 Subaru Outback is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Outback.

Because 2011 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Outback.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Subaru Outback 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Subaru Mercedes-Benz
Model Outback SL
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2500 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type boxer V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 170 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type CVT 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Height 1669 mm 1298 mm
Wheelbase Size 2741 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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