1993 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 145 kg more than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport. (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Trans Sport | E |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1825 kg |