2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (638 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 324 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (818 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | E | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 638 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 818 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4475 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
