2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz E and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (315 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | E | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
