2001 Seat Tango vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 542 kg more than 2001 Seat Tango. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz E (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2001 Seat Tango has manual transmission. 2001 Seat Tango will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Tango | 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tango | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1443 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
