2012 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz E and 2012 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (187 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | R |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2143 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 231 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
