The hatchback generally has more luggage space thanks to a larger trunk door opening and the ability to convert the rear of the passenger compartment into luggage space. Sedans tend to be quieter than hatchbacks, due to a more isolated rear area.
Gearbox:
Manual/Automatic
Manual/Automatic
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD) / All wheel drive (AWD, 4x4)
SAAB 9000 is available only with front wheel drive, while Mercedes E class can be equipped with rear wheel drive and four wheel (4x4) drive.
SAAB 9000 petrol engines consumes on average 0.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than Mercedes E class. This comparison does not take engine capacity into account, so to compare the fuel consumption of specific engines, select the car version!
Dimensions
Length:
4.76 m
4.80 m
Width:
1.78 m
1.80 m
Height:
1.42 m
1.43 m
Both cars are similar in size. SAAB 9000 is 4 cm shorter than the Mercedes E class, 2 cm narrower the height of the cars does not differ significantly.
Trunk capacity:
488 litres
520 litres
Mercedes E class has more luggage space. SAAB 9000 has 32 litres less trunk space than the Mercedes E class.
Turning diameter:
10.9 meters
11.3 meters
The turning circle of the SAAB 9000 is 0.4 metres less than that of the Mercedes E class, which means SAAB 9000 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
