2006 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2006 Mercedes-Benz E and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (351 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5506 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |