Mercedes E class 2009 vs Chevrolet Malibu 2011
| 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 (Chevrolet Malibu) 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: | 204 HP | 167 HP | |
| Torque: | 500 NM | 225 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.2 seconds | 10.2 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 37 HP more power than Chevrolet Malibu, whereas torque is 275 NM more than Chevrolet Malibu. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.2 | 8.0 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.2 l/100km | 10.3 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes E class consumes 1.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chevrolet Malibu, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 270 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes E class consumes 3.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Chevrolet Malibu. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 59 litres | 73 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 950 km in combined cycle | 910 km in combined cycle | |
| 1180 km on highway | 1210 km on highway | ||
| 810 km with real consumption | 700 km with real consumption | ||
| 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 (Chevrolet Malibu) 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: | 350'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Chevrolet Malibu engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 13 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes ML, Mercedes A klase | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Chevrolet Captiva, Opel Antara | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes E class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2009 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.87 m | |
| Width: | 1.85 m | 1.86 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class and Chevrolet Malibu are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 545 litres | |
| Mercedes E class has 5 litres less trunk space than the Chevrolet Malibu. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | no data | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`390 | 1`539 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Chevrolet Malibu is better rated in child safety tests. The Mercedes E class scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 8800 | 7200 | |
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