Mercedes E class 2016 vs Audi A5 2016
| 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 | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 252 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 370 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.9 seconds | 6 seconds | |
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Audi A5 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 68 HP less power than Audi A5, whereas torque is 70 NM less than Audi A5. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.9 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 5.4 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 58 litres | |
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 10 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 6 other car models, including Audi A4, Audi A6, Audi Q7, Volkswagen Touareg | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes E class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| 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 | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.92 m | 4.73 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.39 m | |
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Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 19 cm longer than the Audi A5, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes E class is 8 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 480 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1470 litres | no data | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 60 litres more trunk space than the Audi A5. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.9 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.2 metres more than that of the Audi A5. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`305 | 2`105 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | high | above average | |
| Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Audi A5 has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 27 400 | 27 400 | |
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