2000 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 75 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2011 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | E | Corvette |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1247 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2685 mm |