Chevrolet Epica 2007 vs Mercedes E class 2002
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.7 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 150 HP | 177 HP | |
| Torque: | 320 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 10.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. Chevrolet Epica engine produces 27 HP less power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 80 NM less than Mercedes E class. Due to the lower power, Chevrolet Epica reaches 100 km/h speed 0.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | 6.8 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 8.1 l/100km | 8.5 l/100km | |
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By specification Chevrolet Epica consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Chevrolet Epica could require 120 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Chevrolet Epica consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 850 km in combined cycle | 950 km in combined cycle | |
| 800 km with real consumption | 760 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Chevrolet Epica) 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: | 530'000 km | 460'000 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 Chevrolet Epica engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 5 years | 3 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Chevrolet Captiva, Opel Antara, Chevrolet Cruze | Used only for this car | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Chevrolet Epica might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.80 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.81 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Chevrolet Epica is 2 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 480 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 540 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Chevrolet Epica has 60 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Chevrolet Epica is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Chevrolet Epica can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | no data | 2`200 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 2600 | 3000 | |
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