Mercedes E class 2016 vs Audi A5 2016
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.0 Petrol | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 252 HP | |
| Torque: | 300 NM | 370 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.8 seconds | 6.3 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 1.5 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | no data | 6.0 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 50 litres | 54 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 (Audi A5) 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. | |||
| 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: | 4.85 m | 4.67 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.43 m | 1.37 m | |
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Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 18 cm longer than the Audi A5, 1 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes E class is 6 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 425 litres | 465 litres | |
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Audi A5 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes E class has 40 litres less trunk space than the Audi A5. 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: | 11.4 meters | 11.5 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.1 metres less than that of the Audi A5. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`190 | 1`945 | |
| 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 (€): | 21 800 | 21 800 | |
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