2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Holden Caprice
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Holden Caprice were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (262 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Holden Caprice weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice 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 | 2005 Holden Caprice | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | E | Caprice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 262 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1899 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3009 mm |
