2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
In comparing the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class's and the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class's and the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class's specifications and ratings, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is a better car than the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Pricing
A used 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class ranges from $3,714 to $11,470 while a used 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class is priced between $2,599 to $10,998.
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class loses 54.6 percent of its value and the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class loses 56.8 percent of its value. This means the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class retains 2.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is 7.8 out of 10 while the Mercedes-Benz E-Class' quality rating is 8.5 out of 10. This results in the Mercedes-Benz S-Class being ranked 8 out of 24 Best Luxury Large Cars and the Mercedes-Benz E-Class being ranked 4 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars.
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is 8.3 out of 10. For the Mercedes-Benz E-Class the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Mercedes-Benz E-Class a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Mercedes-Benz S-Class.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class’s base engine makes 275 horsepower, and the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class base engine makes 221 horsepower. The S-Class is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 529 miles. The E-Class is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 546 miles. This gives the 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class and 2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class are comparable in regards to front head room and 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:
3714 - 11470
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.546396
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2599 - 10998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.568045
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.785683 / 10
Reliability:
8.271366 / 10
Retained Value:
7.3 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.463176 / 10
Reliability:
8.489528 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 24Ranking
3 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 24Ranking
4 out of / 11Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
8 out of / 24Ranking
10 out of / 11Ranking
11 out of / 24Mercedes-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 / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Trim Levels
S 430, S 500, S 55 AMG, S 600
2001 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Trim Levels
E 320, E 320 4MATIC, E 430, E 430 4MATIC, E 55 AMG
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:
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
275 hp @ 5750 rpm
Torque:
295 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.067 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
368 / 529 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
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
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
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:
59.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4133 lbs
Width:
73.1 inches
Height:
56.9 inches
Length:
203.1 inches
Wheelbase:
121.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
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
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
215/55R16