2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1997 Volvo S90
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Volvo S90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Volvo S90 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Volvo S90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volvo S90 (177 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S90 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 75 kg more than 1997 Volvo S90.
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, 1997 Volvo S90 (260 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volvo S90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 1997 Volvo S90 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E | S90 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
