1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Vauxhall VX220
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall VX220 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 794 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall VX220. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall VX220.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Vauxhall VX220 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | E | VX220 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1120 mm |
