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: | Automatic | Automatic | |
| Engine: | 4.3 Petrol | 4.0 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: | 279 HP | 250 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 560 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 6.8 seconds | 8.1 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 29 HP more power than Mercedes ML, but torque is 160 NM less than Mercedes ML. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.3 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 12.3 | 10.9 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 12.0 l/100km | 12.0 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. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 83 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 650 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| 860 km on highway | 940 km on highway | ||
| 660 km with real consumption | 690 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: | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4) | |
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 420'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 11 years | 6 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes ML, Mercedes S klase, Mercedes CLK | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes E klase, Mercedes S 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 E class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.82 m | 4.64 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.84 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 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 36 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 520 litres | 1061 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
520 litres | 2020 litres | |
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Mercedes ML has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Mercedes E class has 541 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes ML. This could mean that the Mercedes E class uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mercedes ML (by 1500 litres). | |||
| 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`280 | 2`870 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | below average | low | |
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 3400 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 7.7/10 | |
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