2012 Subaru Outback vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Subaru Outback. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Subaru Outback would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Outback. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Outback. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Subaru Outback | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Subaru | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Outback | E |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1840 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
