Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes C class engine produces 27 HP less power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 55 NM less than Mercedes E class. Due to the lower power, Mercedes C class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.3
9.3
Fuel tank capacity:
66 litres
80 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
700 km in combined cycle
860 km in combined cycle
950 km on highway
1140 km on highway
670 km with real consumption
720 km with real consumption
Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
380'000 km
420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used.
Engine production duration:
13 years
13 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes CLK, Mercedes SLK
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes E class might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.58 m
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Width:
1.77 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.45 m
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Trunk capacity:
475 litres
540 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Mercedes C class has 65 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class.
Turning diameter:
10.84 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes C class is 0.46 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Mercedes C class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Mercedes E class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mercedes C class, so Mercedes E class quality could be a bit better.