1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 19 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 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 79 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Eos, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Eos.
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1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Volkswagen Eos | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Eos |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3606 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 385 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4423 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1444 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |