2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 Renault Logan were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Renault Logan. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Logan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (271 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Logan. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | E | Logan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 202 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
