2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | E | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |
