Mercedes E class 1999 vs Mercedes ML 2001
Select specific versions of each model (by engine capacity, power, drivetrain and gearbox) for an accurate comparison
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual/Automatic | Manual/Automatic | |
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes E class is available with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive, while Mercedes ML can be equipped only with four wheel (4x4) drive. All-wheel drive models tend to consume more fuel, so if you don't need off road capabilities, Mercedes E class also offers 2-wheel drive versions for fuel economy. 2WD versions also have lower maintenance costs. | |||
| Engines: | 2.0 - 5.4 | 2.7 - 5.4 | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 115 - 354 HP | 163 - 347 HP | |
| Torque: | 190 - 530 NM | 310 - 560 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 - 12.5 seconds | 6.7 - 12.2 seconds | |
| In general, Mercedes ML are available with more powerful and dynamic engines than Mercedes E class. Select a car version for a more accurate comparison! | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 - 12.3 | 9.4 - 14.8 | |
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Mercedes E class petrol engines consumes on average 3.7 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mercedes ML. On average, Mercedes E class equipped with diesel engines consume 3.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes ML. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version! | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.82 m | |
| Mercedes E class is 18 cm longer than the Mercedes ML, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 38 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | 1061 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
520 litres | 2020 litres | |
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Mercedes ML has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Mercedes E class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes ML (by 1500 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mercedes ML, which means Mercedes E class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | ~ 2`100 kg | ~ 2`870 kg | |
| Net weight: | ~ 1`607 kg | ~ 2`152 kg | |
| Load capacity: | ~ 493 kg | ~ 718 kg | |
| Mercedes E class load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 46 procentiem less than Mercedes ML. Therefore, Mercedes ML is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 3400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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