2004 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 725 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tahoe | E |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2260 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |