2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 576 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (174 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 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 473 kg more than 2006 Saleen S7.
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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 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 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saleen |
| Model | E | S7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2606 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2692 mm |
