1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E 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 25 more horse power than 2010 Chrysler 300. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Chrysler 300.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chrysler 300. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
| Model | E | 300 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
