2012 Chrysler 200 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. 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 122 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (280 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 66 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chrysler 200. 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 E (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chrysler 200 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | E |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 352 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1880 kg |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
