1995 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Holden Statesman (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1250 kg more than 1995 Holden Statesman.
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, 1995 Holden Statesman (370 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Holden Statesman | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Statesman | E |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2860 mm |
