1996 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice. (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4312 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |