1996 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2001 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2001 Toyota Condor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Condor. (88 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Condor. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Condor. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota Condor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | 2001 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | S | Condor |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.2 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1360 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
