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:
Automatic
Automatic
Engine:
2.3 Petrol
2.3 Petrol
Performance
Power:
147 HP
150 HP
Torque:
205 NM
220 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
12 seconds
10.9 seconds
Mercedes E class is a more dynamic driving. SAAB 9000 engine produces 3 HP less power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 15 NM less than Mercedes E class. Due to the lower power, SAAB 9000 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds later.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
10.0
9.7
SAAB 9000 consumes 0.3 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the SAAB 9000 could require 45 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
66 litres
65 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
660 km in combined cycle
670 km in combined cycle
Drive type
Wheel drive type:
Front wheel drive (FWD)
Rear wheel drive (RWD)
Front-wheel drive cars (SAAB 9000) 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:
4.76 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, while the height of SAAB 9000 is 1 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
no data
520 litres
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.
