2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (328 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Monaro.
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, 2005 Vauxhall Monaro (465 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Monaro has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2005 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | E | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
