Mercedes E class 2009 vs Volvo V70 2007
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
| 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: | 170 HP | 185 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 9.4 seconds | |
| Mercedes E class engine produces 15 HP less power than Volvo V70, the torque is the same for both cars. Despite less power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.1 | 7.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.1 l/100km | 8.0 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes E class consumes 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 195 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes E class consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 960 km in combined cycle | 940 km in combined cycle | |
| 830 km with real consumption | 870 km with real consumption | ||
| 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 (Volvo V70) 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 | 480'000 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 Volvo V70 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Volvo S80, Volvo S60, Volvo XC90, Volvo XC70, Volvo XC60 | |
| 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 2009 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. Volvo V70 2007 2.4 engine: The early versions of these engines are known for their reliability and rare failures, which made them popular. However, engine have several common weaknesses. Intake manifold swirl flaps often seize, and ... More about Volvo V70 2007 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.90 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.51 m | 1.54 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 8 cm longer than the Volvo V70, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes E class is 3 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 695 litres | 575 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 120 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V70. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.7 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.5 metres less than that of the Volvo V70, which means Mercedes E class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`420 kg | 2`260 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`770 kg | 1`574 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 650 kg | 686 kg | |
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| Quality: | above average | average | |
| Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Volvo V70 has serious deffects in 15 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably better | |||
| Average price (€): | 8200 | 3800 | |
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