Mercedes E class 2006 vs Toyota Camry 2009
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 1.8 Petrol | 2.5 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 184 HP | 179 HP | |
| Torque: | 250 NM | 232 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.4 seconds | n/a seconds | |
| Mercedes E class engine produces 5 HP more power than Toyota Camry, whereas torque is 18 NM more than Toyota Camry. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 8.5 | 9.0 | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 0.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Toyota Camry, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 75 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 770 km in combined cycle | |
| 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 (Toyota Camry) 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: | 440'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 13 years | 17 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes CLK, Mercedes SLK | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Toyota RAV4, Lexus ES | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2006 1.8 engine: The most notable issue with this engine is the sticking of exhaust valves due to carbon buildup. Another significant problem is the unreliable timing chain, which can stretch by 100,000 km. Early symptoms of a ... More about Mercedes E klase 2006 1.8 engine Toyota Camry 2009 2.5 engine: The 2.5-liter 2AR-FE engine replaced the earlier 2.4-liter AZ series and is widely regarded as a highly reliable, long-lasting engine, often referred to as a "million-kms" motor. However, it requires ... More about Toyota Camry 2009 2.5 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.45 m | 1.48 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class and Toyota Camry are practically the same length. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 540 litres | 410 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage capacity. Mercedes E class has 130 litres more trunk space than the Toyota Camry. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.4 metres more than that of the Toyota Camry, which means Mercedes E class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Hydraulic power steering | Electric power steering | |
| Hydraulic power steering is technologically more complex, louder, increases fuel consumption and requires more servicing. It has the advantages of more power, less strain on the car's electrical system and better feedback (feeling) when steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`105 | no data | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 5800 | 5000 | |
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