Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. Ford Mondeo engine produces 24 HP less power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 60 NM less than Mercedes E class. Due to the lower power, Ford Mondeo reaches 100 km/h speed 1.4 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
6.3
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Fuel tank capacity:
62 litres
50 litres
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (Ford Mondeo) 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.
Dimensions
Length:
4.87 m
4.92 m
Width:
1.85 m
1.85 m
Height:
1.48 m
1.46 m
Both cars are similar in size. Ford Mondeo is 5 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, width is practically the same , while the height of Ford Mondeo is 2 cm higher.
Trunk capacity:
429 litres
540 litres
Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down
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1470 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. Ford Mondeo has 111 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class.
Mercedes E class has fewer problems. According to annual technical inspection data Ford Mondeo has serious deffects in 125 percent more cases than Mercedes E class, so Mercedes E class quality is probably significantly better
