2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. Both 2009 Mercedes-Benz E and 2006 Mercedes-Benz S are equipped with a 5,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, both vehicles can yield 531 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | E | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |