1996 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 410 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra, 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Acura Integra. (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Acura Integra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Acura | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Integra | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
