2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz S and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 Mercedes-Benz S and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E are equipped with a 5,461 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 95 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.

Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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, both vehicles can yield 530 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mercedes-Benz S 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model S E
Year Released 2009 2009
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 383 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 3170 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 18.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 80 L


 

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