2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 640 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | E | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3222 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 2525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
