2008 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz E and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 259 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Volkswagen Jetta 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz E | 2008 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
Model | E | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |