2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 215 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blackhawk | E |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |