2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLS | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
