1996 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,733 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Impala 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 980 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Impala (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Impala | E |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |