1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1996 Dodge Intrepid and 1996 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 55 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1996 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 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. 1996 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Dodge | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Intrepid | E |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
