Mercedes E class 2013 vs Chrysler 200 2010
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Petrol | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 211 HP | 175 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 225 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.4 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mercedes E class engine produces 36 HP more power than Chrysler 200, whereas torque is 125 NM more than Chrysler 200. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.8 | 9.8 | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chrysler 200, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 600 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1010 km in combined cycle | 650 km in combined cycle | |
| 1220 km on highway | 820 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: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Chrysler 200) 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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 20 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes A klase, Mercedes B klase | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including Jeep Patriot, Dodge Caliber, Dodge Avenger, Chrysler Sebring, Jeep Compass | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mercedes E class engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2013 2.0 engine: This engine is economical for its power output but has several notable weaknesses. Problems with variable valve timing regulators (phasors) are common, often requiring attention due to malfunctions. The timing ... More about Mercedes E klase 2013 2.0 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.88 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class is 1 cm longer than the Chrysler 200, 1 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 390 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 150 litres more trunk space than the Chrysler 200. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.2 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`245 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 13 400 | 4400 | |
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