1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 16 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 4,973 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 51 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
Model | E | 300 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |