Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 24 HP more power than Ford Mondeo, whereas torque is 60 NM more than Ford Mondeo. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
no data
6.3
Fuel tank capacity:
50 litres
62 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Ford Mondeo) 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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.92 m
4.87 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.46 m
1.48 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 5 cm longer than the Ford Mondeo, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes E class is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
540 litres
429 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1470 litres
no data
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 111 litres more trunk space than the Ford Mondeo.
Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Mondeo has serious deffects in 125 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better
