2005 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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 61 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Because 2010 Dodge Charger is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Charger 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, 2010 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Charger 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 | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Dodge |
| Model | E | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
