2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 7 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) has 137 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | E500 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
