1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 15 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 471 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Mountaineer.
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1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | E | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3606 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2011 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |