Mercedes E class 1989 engine produces 33 HP less power than Mercedes E class 1993, whereas torque is 50 NM less than Mercedes E class 1993. Due to the lower power, Mercedes E class 1989 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
10.9
10.7
Real fuel consumption:
10.9 l/100km
11.7 l/100km
The Mercedes E class 1989 is a better choice in terms of fuel economy based on user-reported consumption, although the specification shows otherwise. By specification Mercedes E class 1989 consumes 0.2 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class 1993, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Mercedes E class 1989 could require 30 litres more fuel. But when we compare the real fuel consumption reported by users, Mercedes E class 1989 consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class 1993.
Fuel tank capacity:
70 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
640 km in combined cycle
650 km in combined cycle
640 km with real consumption
590 km with real consumption
Engines
Average engine lifespan:
630'000 km
700'000 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 E class 1993 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration:
8 years
9 years
Engine spread:
Used only for this car
Used also on Mercedes S 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 1993 might be a better choice in this respect.
Dimensions
Length:
4.74 m
4.74 m
Width:
1.74 m
1.74 m
Height:
1.43 m
1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. Mercedes E class 1989 and Mercedes E class 1993 are practically the same length.
