1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 473 kg more than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | E420 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 2525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |