2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (612 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette 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 203 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (596 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corvette | E |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 612 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 596 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.4 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1582 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
