1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 15 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 331 kg more than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2830 mm |
