2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 310 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vision | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
