2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class
Dimensions Comparison

Compare the size of two cars side by side and see their differences at a glance. Simply enter the vehicle names, and our tool creates a clear visual comparison of their length, width, and height. This makes it easy to find out which car is longer, wider, or taller, and helps you better understand their overall proportions. Whether you are checking if a car will fit in your garage, comparing everyday models, or exploring larger SUVs, this tool provides a straightforward way to see all key dimensions in one place.

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2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class (W163, facelift 2001)Change Car
Car #2 Preview Image
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class (W163)Change Car
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Here’s how the 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class and the 1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class compare in size:

In terms of length, the 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class measures 4638 mm (182.60 in), making it 3 mm (0.12 in) (0.1 %) longer than the 1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class at 4635 mm (182.48 in). Looking at width, the 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class spans 1895 mm (74.61 in), which is 62 mm (2.44 in) (3.3 %) broader than the 1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class at 1833 mm (72.17 in). Both models rise to the same height of 1820 mm (71.65 in).

Overall, the 2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class is longer and wider than the 1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class, and both share the same height.

Length
4638 mm182.6 in
4635 mm182.5 in
Width
1895 mm74.6 in
1833 mm72.2 in
Height
1820 mm71.7 in
1820 mm71.7 in

2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class Side View Left
4638 mm182.6 in 🟒 +3 mm+0.1 in (+0.1%)
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class Preview
4635 mm182.5 in πŸ”΄ -3 mm-0.1 in (-0.1%)
2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class Front View
1895 mm74.6 in 🟒 +62 mm+2.4 in (+3.4%)
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class Front View
1833 mm72.2 in πŸ”΄ -62 mm-2.4 in (-3.3%)
2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class Rear View
1820 mm71.7 in
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class Front View
1820 mm71.7 in
2002 Mercedes-Benz M-class
1998 Mercedes-Benz M-class

Side-by-Side Specs: Dimensions, Weight & More

General Info

Body Style:

SUV
SUV

Model Year:

2002
1998

Production:

n/a
1997-2001 Discontinued Model

Dimensions

Length:

4638 mm182.6 in
🟒 +51 mm+2.0 in (+1.1%)
4587-4635 mm180.6-182.5 in
πŸ”΄ -51 mm-2.0 in (-1.1%)

Width:

1840-1895 mm72.4-74.6 in
🟒 +7 mm+0.3 in (+0.4%) - 🟒 +62 mm+2.4 in (+3.4%)
1833 mm72.2 in
πŸ”΄ -62 mm-2.4 in (-3.3%) - πŸ”΄ -7 mm-0.3 in (-0.4%)

Width (Folded Mirrors):

-
-

Width (Opened Mirrors):

2126 mm83.7 in
πŸ”΄ -64 mm-2.5 in (-2.9%)
2190 mm86.2 in
🟒 +64 mm+2.5 in (+3.0%)

Height:

1804-1820 mm71.0-71.7 in
πŸ”΄ -16 mm-0.6 in (-0.9%) - 🟒 +18 mm+0.7 in (+1.0%)
1802-1820 mm70.9-71.7 in
πŸ”΄ -18 mm-0.7 in (-1.0%) - 🟒 +16 mm+0.6 in (+0.9%)

Ground Clearance:

189-205 mm7.4-8.1 in
πŸ”΄ -15 mm-0.6 in (-7.4%) - 🟒 +1 mm+0.0 in (+0.5%)
204 mm8.0 in
πŸ”΄ -1 mm0.0 in (-0.5%) - 🟒 +15 mm+0.6 in (+7.9%)

Trunk Capacity:

633-1061 liter22.4-37.5 cu ft
🟒 +448 liter+15.8 cu ft (+73.1%)
613-633 liter21.6-22.4 cu ft
πŸ”΄ -448 liter-15.8 cu ft (-42.2%)

Trunk Capacity (Max):

2020 liter71.3 cu ft
2020 liter71.3 cu ft

Weight Specifications

Curb Weight:

2040-2260 kg4497-4982 lbs
πŸ”΄ -45 kg-99 lbs (-2.2%) - 🟒 +405 kg+893 lbs (+21.8%)
1855-2085 kg4090-4597 lbs
πŸ”΄ -405 kg-893 lbs (-17.9%) - 🟒 +45 kg+99 lbs (+2.2%)

Maximal permitted Weight:

2870 kg6327 lbs
🟒 +60 kg+132 lbs (+2.1%) - 🟒 +220 kg+485 lbs (+8.3%)
2650-2810 kg5842-6195 lbs
πŸ”΄ -220 kg-485 lbs (-7.7%) - πŸ”΄ -60 kg-132 lbs (-2.1%)

Roof Load:

-
100 kg220 lbs

Tire Specifications

Rims Size:

17-inch rims:
  • 8J x 17
  • 8.5J x 17
18-inch rims:
  • 9J x 18
16-inch rims:
  • 8J x 16
  • 16
  • 6.5J x 16
Other Rims:
  • 6.5J
18-inch rims:
  • 9J x 18

Tire Size:

  • 255/60 R17 (W:255 | H:60 | D:17)
  • 275/55 R17 (W:275 | H:55 | D:17)
  • 285/50 R18 (W:285 | H:50 | D:18)
  • 225/75 R16 (W:225 | H:75 | D:16)
  • 275/55 R17 H (W:275 | H:55 | D:17)
  • 285/50 R18W (W:285 | H:50 | D:18)

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