SAAB 9000 1994 vs Mercedes E class 1995
| Body: | Hatchback | Sedan | |
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| 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 | Manual | |
| Engine: | 3.0 Petrol | 2.8 Petrol | |
| 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: | 211 HP | 193 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 270 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8 seconds | 9.1 seconds | |
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SAAB 9000 is more dynamic to drive. SAAB 9000 engine produces 18 HP more power than Mercedes E class, the torque is the same for both cars. Thanks to more power SAAB 9000 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.1 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 9.3 | 10.4 | |
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The SAAB 9000 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. SAAB 9000 consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that by driving the SAAB 9000 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 165 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 66 litres | 80 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 700 km in combined cycle | 760 km in combined cycle | |
| Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
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. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 700'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Mercedes E class engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 3 years | 9 years | |
| Engine spread: | Used only for this car | Used also on Mercedes S klase | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mercedes E class might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.76 m | 4.80 m | |
| Width: | 1.78 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.42 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: | no data | 500 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. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`800 | 2`100 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | average | |
| Average price (€): | 1000 | 2200 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 7.7/10 | 9.0/10 | |
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