The wagon generally has more cargo space due to a larger trunk door opening, a roof that extends as far back as possible, and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into cargo space. Sedans tend to be quieter than wagons due to a more isolated rear area.
Mercedes E class 2006 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class 2003 engine produces 13 HP less power than Mercedes E class 2006, the torque is the same for both cars. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class 2003 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.1
6.9
Real fuel consumption:
7.4 l/100km
8.4 l/100km
The Mercedes E class 2003 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mercedes E class 2003 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class 2006, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class 2003 could require 30 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes E class 2003 consumes 1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class 2006.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
65 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
980 km in combined cycle
940 km in combined cycle
1270 km on highway
1200 km on highway
940 km with real consumption
770 km with real consumption
Engines
Engine production duration:
3 years
20 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes ML, Mercedes R klase
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 2006 might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.85 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.50 m
1.45 m
Mercedes E class 2003 is 3 cm longer than the Mercedes E class 2006, width is practically the same , while the height of Mercedes E class 2003 is 5 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
690 litres
540 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1950 litres
no data
Mercedes E class 2003 has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class 2003 has 150 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes E class 2006.
