Mercedes E class 2016 vs Skoda Superb 2019
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 1.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing 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: | 184 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 250 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.7 seconds | 9.2 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 34 HP more power than Skoda Superb, whereas torque is 50 NM more than Skoda Superb. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | no data | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 66 litres | |
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Skoda Superb) 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 | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Skoda Octavia, Audi A3, Skoda Scala, Audi A1, Audi Q3 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2016 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes E klase 2016 2.0 engine Skoda Superb 2019 1.5 engine: The engine is praised for being both flexible and torquey, delivering impressive performance for its horsepower rating. It is also remarkably fuel-efficient. However, the engine is very demanding when it comes ... More about Skoda Superb 2019 1.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 5 cm longer than the Skoda Superb, 1 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 625 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1470 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes E class has 85 litres less trunk space than the Skoda Superb. 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. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.6 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`245 | 2`043 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 26 200 | 23 400 | |
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