2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2007 Renault Trafic
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz E and 2007 Renault Trafic were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2007 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Trafic.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Renault Trafic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Trafic. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Trafic. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2007 Renault Trafic has manual transmission. 2007 Renault Trafic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2007 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
