1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1993 Toyota Aristo
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Aristo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Aristo would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (220 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Aristo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 326 kg more than 1993 Toyota Aristo. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Aristo. (285 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Aristo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1993 Toyota Aristo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | E | Aristo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
