2003 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,700 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 30 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | E | Colorado |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |