Mercedes E class 2011 vs Chrysler 200 2010
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.1 Diesel | 2.4 Petrol | |
| Diesel (Mercedes E class) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Chrysler 200) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 136 HP | 173 HP | |
| Torque: | 360 NM | 225 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds | |
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Chrysler 200 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class engine produces 37 HP less power than Chrysler 200, but torque is 135 NM more than Chrysler 200. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 0.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.1 | 10.2 | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 5.1 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 765 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres | 64 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1150 km in combined cycle | 620 km in combined cycle | |
| 1340 km on highway | 840 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 | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 390'000 km | 360'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 20 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 7 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 2011 2.1 engine: The Mercedes-Benz OM651 is a 1.8–2.2-liter diesel engine used in models such as the 180 CDI and 200 CDI. It is known for good efficiency and strong durability, and well-maintained engines often exceed 400,000–500,000 km. The design includes a cast-iron cylinder block, an aluminum 16-valve cylinder head with hydraulic lifters, and a combined timing drive that ... More about Mercedes E klase 2011 2.1 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 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 and Chrysler 200 are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 385 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 155 litres more trunk space than the Chrysler 200. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.1 metres more than that of the Chrysler 200. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`270 kg | 2`143 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 8200 | 3800 | |
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