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. Both 2013 Mercedes-Benz E and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M are equipped with a 5,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 511 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 400 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, both vehicles can yield 700 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 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 | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 511 HP | 511 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.4 seconds | 4.8 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 | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4913 mm | 4817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2874 mm | 2915 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
