Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating.
Performance
Power:
132 HP
90 HP
Torque:
198 NM
142 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
10.6 seconds
12.4 seconds
Mercedes E class is more dynamic to drive. Mercedes E class engine produces 42 HP more power than Audi 80, whereas torque is 56 NM more than Audi 80. Thanks to more power Mercedes E class reaches 100 km/h speed 1.8 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
9.2
7.6
The Audi 80 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mercedes E class consumes 1.6 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Audi 80, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class could require 240 litres more fuel.
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 E class engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
13 years
7 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Audi Coupe
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts.
Hydraulic tappets:
no
yes
The Audi 80 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure.
Dimensions
Length:
4.74 m
4.39 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.70 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.40 m
Mercedes E class is larger. Mercedes E class is 35 cm longer than the Audi 80, 4 cm wider, while the height of Mercedes E class is 3 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
no data
485 litres
Turning diameter:
11.2 meters
10.3 meters
The turning circle of the Mercedes E class is 0.9 metres more than that of the Audi 80, which means Mercedes E class can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
