1999 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 273 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, 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tahoe | E |
Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 400 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |