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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 274 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 230 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will offer significantly more control. 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 E (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. 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 | 5500 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 511 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 15.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 8.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 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 | 1945 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4913 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2874 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
