Skoda Superb 2015 vs Mercedes E class 2013
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 190 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 7.7 seconds | 8.4 seconds | |
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Skoda Superb is more dynamic to drive. Skoda Superb engine produces 20 HP more power than Mercedes E class, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 0.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.5 | 4.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.6 l/100km | 6.9 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Superb is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Superb consumes 0.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that by driving the Skoda Superb over 15,000 km in a year you can save 30 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 59 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1460 km in combined cycle | 1250 km in combined cycle | |
| 1000 km with real consumption | 850 km with real consumption | ||
| Skoda Superb gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Front wheel drive (FWD) | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Skoda Superb) 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. | |||
| Mercedes E klase 2013 2.1 engine: The engine has a long service life if it is serviced on time and has reasonable fuel consumption. The most common problems are caused by the engine chain tensioner and the fuel delivery system. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.86 m | 4.88 m | |
| Width: | 1.86 m | 1.85 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.47 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Superb is 2 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 1 cm wider the height of the cars does not differ significantly. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 625 litres | 540 litres | |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage capacity. Even though the car is shorter, Skoda Superb has 85 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes E class. The Mercedes E class may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.1 meters | 11.2 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 0.1 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`100 | 2`300 | |
| Safety: | |||
| The Skoda Superb scores higher in active safety technologies (stability control, lane assist, automatic braking, etc.) tests. | |||
| Quality: | above average | average | |
| Skoda Superb has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Mercedes E class has serious deffects in 30 percent more cases than Skoda Superb, so Skoda Superb quality is probably significantly better | |||
| Average price (€): | 19 200 | 16 800 | |
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