2013 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz E and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (237 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E | M |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4895 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2071 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1517 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2874 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
