Opel Astra is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 95 HP less power than Opel Astra, whereas torque is 90 NM less than Opel Astra. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 6.2 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.9
9.1
The Opel Astra is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 0.8 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Opel Astra, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 120 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
72 litres
52 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
720 km in combined cycle
570 km in combined cycle
Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Opel Astra) 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:
4.76 m
4.29 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.71 m
Height:
1.49 m
1.51 m
Mercedes E class is larger, but slightly lower. Mercedes E class is 47 cm longer than the Opel Astra, 3 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes E class is 2 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
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480 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1500 litres
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
10.8 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.4 metres more than that of the Opel Astra.
