2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2001 Audi S4
When we compare the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 2001 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. The 2001 Audi S4 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's and the 2001 Audi S4's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2001 Audi S4 Pricing
A used 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class ranges from $2,599 to $10,998 while a used 2001 Audi S4 is priced between $1,725 to $22,126.
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2001 Audi S4 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value and the 2001 Audi S4 loses 48.4 percent of its value. This means the 2001 Audi S4 retains 8.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2001 Audi S4 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10 while the Audi S4's quality rating is 8.3 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Audi S4 being ranked 10 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class vs. 2001 Audi S4 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz E-Class is 8.5 out of 10. For the Audi S4 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Audi S4.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class’s base engine makes 221 horsepower, and the 2001 Audi S4 base engine makes 250 horsepower. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. The S4 is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 352 miles. This gives the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2001 Audi S4. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class and 2001 Audi S4 are comparable in regards to front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2599 - 10998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1725 - 22126
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.483566
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Audi S4 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.33583 / 10
Reliability:
8.471659 / 10
Retained Value:
8.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 11Ranking
4 out of / 29Ranking
4 out of / 7Ranking
6 out of / 29Ranking
8 out of / 20Ranking
13 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Audi S4 Rankings
Ranking
5 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 15Ranking
7 out of / 21Ranking
7 out of / 10Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
13 out of / 30Ranking
16 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 36Ranking
22 out of / 26Ranking
25 out of / 31Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
28 out of / 36Ranking
28 out of / 30Ranking
30 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 320, E 320 4MATIC, E 430, E 430 4MATIC, E 55 AMG
2001 Audi S4 Trim Levels
quattro, Avant quattro
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
221 hp @ 5600 rpm
Torque:
232 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.063 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1850 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
378 / 546 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 22 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
256 / 352 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.2 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.4 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3491 lbs
Width:
70.8 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
189.4 inches
Wheelbase:
111.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3704 lbs
Width:
68.2 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
176.7 inches
Wheelbase:
103 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/45R17