Mercedes E class 2018 vs Mazda 3 2003
| Body: | Sedan | Hatchback | |
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| 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: | Automatic | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 299 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 187 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 5.9 seconds | 9 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 149 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 213 NM more than Mazda 3. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 3.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 8.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 55 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Mazda 3) 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 km | 420'000 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 Mazda 3 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 7 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes CLS, Mercedes GLC | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mazda 6, Mazda MX-5, Mazda 5, Mazda CX-5 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mercedes E class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mazda 3 2003 2.0 engine: The engine tends to idle unevenly. Engine problems may also include the thermostat and cooling pump. This engine tends to consume more oil at higher mileages. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.49 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.76 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.46 m | |
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Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 43 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 9 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 300 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1470 litres | 635 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 240 litres more trunk space than the Mazda 3. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes E class (by 835 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | no data | 10.3 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`395 | 1`745 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | high | |
| Average price (€): | 27 400 | 1200 | |
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