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Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by bishopkay: 12:11am On Dec 06, 2018 |
Please guys I need help making a decision. So I saw this E350 and I liked it but the drive train is the RWD version. I particularly like the 4matic drive train since it's an AWD and has better braking capabilities but right now, I'm not seeing any good 4matics and I really like this one I saw. Now the question is 1. Is the drive experience really different? 2. How's the overall performance of both in terms of reliability and performance. 3. Is the braking capacity of the RWD that good or make person just forget am find the 4matic buy. 4. I heard the 4matics are more prone to faults than the RWDS; how true is this? Thanks and anyone with on hands experience or has tested both should please help me out thanks! Cc: Gazzuzz Diportivo Kingreign |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by bishopkay: 4:10am On Dec 06, 2018 |
Help oo Abeg |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by NightHawke: 4:45am On Dec 06, 2018 |
MY RESPONSE IS FROM OWNING AN S43O[2004] versus MY SENIOR COLLEAGUE'S E240[2004 or 2006] not sure. Firstly both are great Mercedes Benz cars. [Love mine more] 1. The 4matic has more electrics and prone to more faults[ I think due to local driving terrain-our roads are second to Dakar rally] 2. I had problems with engine oil in first six months of use but thereafter there has been no effect. 3. The 4matic is designed to handle loss of traction on snow[Not an issue here locally] 4. The RWD S430 has brute force when it gets going with lots of confidence while driving[NEVER EVER LEFT ME STRANDED ON THE HIGHWAY] 5. Should you experience jerking and traced to plugs. [PLSSSS CHANGE ALL EIGHT/SIX WITH HIGH GRADE TYPE IF NOT EQUAL AND NO REGRETS] 6. I THINK THE 4MATIC IS MORE SPORTY WHEN I DROVE IT FROM ASABA TO BENIN COMPARED TO THE RWD S430 ESPECIALLY BREAKING IN BETWEEN VEHICLES AFTER CARELESS OVERTAKING[ NOT RECOMMENDED] 7. THE S430 IS MUCH MORE QUIET THAN THE 4MATIC E240 I HOPE THIS HELPS AND IF YOU FIND A DEALER WITH BOTH CARS TEST DRIVE BOTH. HONESTLY I HAD TO CHOOSE BETWEEN A BMW520 AND THE S430. I LOVE THE VARIABLE SUSPENSION IN MINE[ THAT IS THE ONLY FEAR FACTOR I HAVE, SHOULD IT EVER FAIL; WHAT WILL IT COST TO FIX IT. I LEFT IT AT A SINGLE SETTING EVER SINCE AND GIVES THE CAR GOOD GROUND CLEARANCE] ALL THE BEST! 3 Likes |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by bishopkay: 7:53am On Dec 06, 2018 |
Thanks alot Mr Nighthawke It was quite an enlightening post but on equal grounds, pound for pound, which would you be going for? The 4matic variable or the RWD if you had to make a choice now. 1 Like |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by Frankdamaxx(m): 3:45am On Dec 07, 2018 |
bishopkay: If you have money, go for 4matic. If you don't have much money, go for rwd. |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by kingreign(m): 6:42am On Dec 07, 2018 |
bishopkay: Coming from someone who's always been driving AWD SUVs I'd naturally stick with the 4matic. That said, the rwd are more sportier to drive but the 4matic comes in handy on wet or slippery terrains. Suspension components in rwd are cheaper but that of 4matic are a tad more expensive. Also the 4matic weights a couple more than the regular. As for cost of suspension components, Abeg ignore the cost you're buying an already expensive car and I know you need to due diligence so you don't end up with lemon, these cars suspensions don't easily go bad. It takes lot of abuse and punishment to wear them out. 1 Like |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by mammanbawa: 7:12am On Dec 07, 2018 |
If you usually ply a rough terrain, go for the 4matic but you should know suspension parts will cost more But that shouldn't be a problem since you're already buying an expensive car, you should be ready to take care of it Do let us know the ride you end up with Cheers |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by NightHawke: 7:14am On Dec 07, 2018 |
bishopkay:Apologies for replying late. Personally I recommend the RWD over the 4matic. I also recall during the last raining season when I travelled home to Delta State(Aniocha North) where we have red sand. Someone driving a 4matic got stuck after spinning wildly for sometime. Same vehicle with snow tyres is a monster machine. FOR ME GO FOR THE RWD. HAVE A FAIR REGULAR MAINTENANCE PLAN NOT NECESSARILY PUTTING A HOLE IN YOUR POCKET. 2 Likes |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by NightHawke: 7:34am On Dec 07, 2018 |
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Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by bishopkay: 11:18pm On Dec 07, 2018 |
kingreign: Thanks a lot for the feedback boss I appreciate! You too much 1 Like |
Re: Between A 2013 E350 RWD And The 4matic Which Is Better by bishopkay: 11:20pm On Dec 07, 2018 |
NightHawke: Thanks alot I think I made up my mind already |
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