1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1994 Xedos 6
To start off, 1994 Xedos 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (297 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1994 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 670 kg more than 1994 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Xedos 6, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (463 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 1994 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | S | 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5547 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2620 mm |
