1994 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (257 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 15 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | E |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |