2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi Cabriolet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Venturi Cabriolet.
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, 1995 Venturi Cabriolet (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 Venturi Cabriolet has manual transmission. 1995 Venturi Cabriolet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 1995 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
Model | E | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |