2001 Seat Tango vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 12 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (397 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2001 Seat Tango. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Seat Tango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 610 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 2013 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 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (601 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Seat Tango. (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Seat Tango. 2013 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. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Seat Tango | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tango | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2760 mm |
