2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 8 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 6 more horse power than 2013 Volvo X670. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo X670. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo X670. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo X670.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volvo |
| Model | E500 | X670 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
