Skoda Superb 2008 vs Mercedes E class 2006
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Automatic | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.1 Diesel | |
| 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: | 170 HP | 170 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9 seconds | 8.6 seconds | |
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Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. Skoda Superb and Mercedes E class have the same engine power, but Skoda Superb torque is 50 NM less than Mercedes E class. Skoda Superb reaches 100 km/h speed 0.4 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.1 | 6.7 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.9 l/100km | 7.7 l/100km | |
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The Skoda Superb is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification Skoda Superb consumes 0.6 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 90 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Skoda Superb consumes 0.8 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 60 litres | 65 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 980 km in combined cycle | 970 km in combined cycle | |
| 860 km with real consumption | 840 km with real consumption | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 6 years | 8 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 8 other car models, including Volkswagen Passat, Volkswagen Sharan, Audi A3 | Used also on Mercedes C klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Skoda Superb might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.84 m | 4.82 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.82 m | |
| Height: | 1.46 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Skoda Superb is 2 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, width is practically the same , while the height of Skoda Superb is 1 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 595 litres | 540 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
1700 litres | no data | |
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Skoda Superb has more luggage capacity. Skoda Superb has 55 litres more trunk space than the Mercedes E class. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.8 meters | 11.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Skoda Superb is 0.6 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Skoda Superb can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`135 kg | 2`140 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`497 kg | 1`540 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 638 kg | 600 kg | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | high | |
| Mercedes E class has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Skoda Superb, so Mercedes E class quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 4200 | 4800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.3/10 | 8.5/10 | |
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