Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 51 HP more power than Volvo V70, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Volvo V70. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
7.1
6.5
Real fuel consumption:
7.3 l/100km
7.1 l/100km
The Volvo V70 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes E class consumes 0.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 90 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes E class consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Volvo V70.
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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.85 m
4.71 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.50 m
1.47 m
Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 14 cm longer than the Volvo V70, 2 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes E class is 4 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
690 litres
485 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
1950 litres
1641 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 205 litres more trunk space than the Volvo V70. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes E class (by 309 litres).
Turning diameter:
11.4 meters
11.9 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.
Volvo V70 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mercedes E class, so Volvo V70 quality could be a bit better.
