Mercedes E class 2016 vs Audi A5 2016

 
Mercedes E class
2016 - 2020
Audi A5
2016 -
Body: SedanHatchback
The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox: AutomaticAutomatic
Engine: 2.0 Diesel2.0 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing chainTiming belt
Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.

Performance

Power: 194 HP190 HP
Torque: 400 NM400 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 7.3 seconds7.9 seconds
Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive.
Mercedes E class engine produces 4 HP more power than Audi A5, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): no data4.4
Fuel tank capacity: 50 litres40 litres

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Rear wheel drive (RWD)Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Audi A5) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes E class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions.

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 350'000 km420'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi A5 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 8 years9 years
Engine spread: Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes CLS, Mercedes GLC, Mercedes GLEInstalled on at least 4 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi A6, Audi Q5, Audi Q3
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Audi A5 might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.92 m4.73 m
Width: 1.85 m1.84 m
Height: 1.46 m1.39 m
Mercedes E class is larger.
Mercedes E class is 19 cm longer than the Audi A5, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes E class is 8 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 540 litres480 litres
Trunk max capacity:
with rear seats folded down
1470 litresno data
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity.
Mercedes E class has 60 litres more trunk space than the Audi A5.
Turning diameter: 11.6 meters11.7 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.1 metres less than that of the Audi A5.
Gross weight (kg): 2`3202`115
Safety: no datano data
Quality:
high

above average
Mercedes E class has fewer problems.
According to annual technical inspection data Audi A5 has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better
Average price (€): 27 40027 200
Pros and Cons: Mercedes E klase has
  • timing chain engine
  • more dynamic
  • roomier boot
  • fewer faults
Audi A5 has
  • timing belt engine
  • longer expected engine lifespan
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