1998 Isuzu Hombre vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Isuzu Hombre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Isuzu Hombre would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Isuzu Hombre. (190 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Isuzu Hombre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Isuzu Hombre | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Hombre | S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3170 mm |
