1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1996 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1996 Mercedes-Benz E and 1996 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1996 Saturn SC. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1996 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 631 kg more than 1996 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Saturn SC, 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 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Saturn SC. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1996 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1996 Saturn SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 1996 Saturn SC | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saturn |
Model | E | SC |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |