Mercedes E class 1999 vs Mercedes ML 2001
| Body: | Sedan | Crossover / SUV | |
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| Crossovers and SUVs have better off-road capabilities (higher ground clearance, can have 4x4 drive), they are preferable for driving on unpaved roads and rural areas. Also, the driver's seating position is higher in a crossover or SUVs, which provides better visibility also in city. This usually comes at the cost of higher fuel consumption, increased weight and higher maintenance costs. | |||
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
| Engine: | 2.4 Petrol | 2.7 Diesel | |
| Petrol engines (Mercedes E class) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes ML) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences. | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 225 NM | 370 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 7 HP more power than Mercedes ML, but torque is 145 NM less than Mercedes ML. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 2.4 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 10.8 | 9.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 10.5 l/100km | 9.3 l/100km | |
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The Mercedes ML is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Mercedes E class consumes 1.4 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes ML, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 210 litres more fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes E class consumes 1.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes ML. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 83 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 600 km in combined cycle | 880 km in combined cycle | |
| 830 km on highway | 1070 km on highway | ||
| 610 km with real consumption | 890 km with real consumption | ||
| Mercedes ML 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) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 480'000 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 Mercedes ML engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes E klase, Mercedes G klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes ML might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.82 m | |
| Mercedes E class is 18 cm longer than the Mercedes ML, 4 cm narrower, while the height of Mercedes E class is 38 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | no data | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
520 litres | no data | |
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 11.9 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mercedes ML, which means Mercedes E class can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`080 | 3`500 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2400 | 3000 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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