2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic weights approximately 165 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic will offer significantly more control. 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 E 500 4Matic (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E 500 4Matic | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 280 CDi | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 384 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |