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: | 2.7 Diesel | 2.7 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 170 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 370 NM | 370 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 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, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 3.2 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.9 | 9.4 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 7.0 l/100km | 9.3 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 2.5 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes ML, which means that by driving the Mercedes E class over 15,000 km in a year you can save 375 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Mercedes E class consumes 2.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes ML. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 83 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 940 km in combined cycle | 880 km in combined cycle | |
| 1200 km on highway | 1070 km on highway | ||
| 920 km with real consumption | 890 km with real consumption | ||
| 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) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 480'000 km | 480'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 8 years | 8 years | |
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`130 | 3`500 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2400 | 2800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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