2008 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz R and 2008 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (163 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Subaru |
| Model | R | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
