2011 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2011 Mercedes-Benz E and 2011 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (254 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mercedes-Benz E 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model E S
Year Released 2011 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4700 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 402 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 600 Nm 620 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 1600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD Rear
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 90 L


 

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