2002 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Suzuki Twin

To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz E and 2002 Suzuki Twin were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (42 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Twin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Twin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Twin, 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Twin. (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Twin.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mercedes-Benz E 2002 Suzuki Twin
Make Mercedes-Benz Suzuki
Model E Twin
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 657 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 221 HP 42 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 315 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 68 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 60.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 600 kg
Vehicle Length 4820 mm 2740 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 1810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 21 L