Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 34 HP more power than Mercedes CLA, whereas torque is 100 NM more than Mercedes CLA. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster.
Front-wheel drive cars (Mercedes CLA) 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:
4.88 m
4.63 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.78 m
Height:
1.47 m
1.43 m
Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 25 cm longer than the Mercedes CLA, 7 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes E class is 4 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
540 litres
470 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 70 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes CLA.
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
11 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.2 metres more than that of the Mercedes CLA.
