Peugeot 607 2005 vs Mercedes E class 2002
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.2 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 158 HP | 163 HP | |
| Torque: | 217 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 12.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. Peugeot 607 engine produces 5 HP less power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 23 NM less than Mercedes E class. Due to the lower power, Peugeot 607 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.5 | 8.4 | |
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The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Peugeot 607 consumes 1.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Peugeot 607 could require 165 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 80 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 840 km in combined cycle | 770 km in combined cycle | |
| 1060 km on highway | 1060 km on highway | ||
| Peugeot 607 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Peugeot 607) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Mercedes E class) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 380'000 km | 440'000 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 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 13 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Peugeot 407, Citroen C8 | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Mercedes C klase, Mercedes CLK, Mercedes SLK | |
| 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. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2002 1.8 engine: The most notable issue with this engine is the sticking of exhaust valves due to carbon buildup. Another significant problem is the unreliable timing chain, which can stretch by 100,000 km. Early symptoms of a ... More about Mercedes E klase 2002 1.8 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.87 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.84 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Peugeot 607 is 5 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 2 cm wider, while the height of Peugeot 607 is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 481 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 540 litres | |
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Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Peugeot 607 has 59 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class. This could mean that the Peugeot 607 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.4 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`035 | 2`105 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | below average | |
| Average price (€): | 1800 | 2600 | |
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