Mercedes E class 2006 is a more dynamic driving. Mercedes E class 2003 engine produces 14 HP less power than Mercedes E class 2006, whereas torque is 70 NM less than Mercedes E class 2006. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class 2003 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
5.9
6.3
Real fuel consumption:
6.2 l/100km
6.6 l/100km
The Mercedes E class 2003 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes E class 2003 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class 2006, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class 2003 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 60 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes E class 2003 consumes 0.4 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class 2006.
Fuel tank capacity:
65 litres
65 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
1100 km in combined cycle
1030 km in combined cycle
1040 km with real consumption
980 km with real consumption
Mercedes E class 2003 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Engines
Engine production duration:
8 years
8 years
Engine spread:
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes Vito
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes Vito
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Dimensions
Length:
4.82 m
4.82 m
Width:
1.82 m
1.82 m
Height:
1.45 m
1.45 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class 2003 and Mercedes E class 2006 are practically the same length.
