2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Peugeot 407
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 Peugeot 407 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 407. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 407. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 407. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 407. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | E | 407 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
