2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 106 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 (460 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | E500 | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 95 L |
