Mercedes E class 2009 vs Volvo V70 2007
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 3.0 Diesel | 3.0 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mercedes E class) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Volvo V70) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 231 HP | 304 HP | |
| Torque: | 540 NM | 441 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.5 seconds | 6.9 seconds | |
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Volvo V70 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 73 HP less power than Volvo V70, but torque is 99 NM more than Volvo V70. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.6 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.6 | 10.2 | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 2.6 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 390 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1050 km in combined cycle | 680 km in combined cycle | |
| 1250 km on highway | 930 km on highway | ||
| Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
| Mercedes E klase 2009 3.0 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM642 is a 3.0-liter V6 diesel widely used in many models under the 3.0 CDI or 350 CDI designation. It is known for strong performance and good durability when maintained properly, and well-kept engines are capable of exceeding 500,000 km. At the same time, the unit has several characteristic weak ... More about Mercedes E klase 2009 3.0 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`565 kg | 2`410 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 (€): | 8000 | 4000 | |
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