2001 Cadillac Vizon vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Cadillac Vizon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Cadillac Vizon would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Vizon weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Cadillac Vizon. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Cadillac Vizon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Vizon | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vizon | E500 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
