1998 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 7,410 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (612 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 503 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz E (848 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | E | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7410 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 848 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 2553 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |
