2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (157 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 599 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Volkswagen Passat. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 has automatic transmission and 1990 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 1990 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E500 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |