2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 SSC Aero
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 841 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SSC Aero 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 402 kg more than 2008 SSC Aero.
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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 847 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 SSC Aero 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 2008 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2008 SSC Aero 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.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 SSC Aero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SSC |
Model | E | Aero |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1090 mm |