1990 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 16 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (164 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | S | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2599 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3080 mm |
