1999 Isuzu Vehicross vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Isuzu Vehicross would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross.
Because 1999 Isuzu Vehicross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Isuzu Vehicross 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Isuzu Vehicross.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Isuzu Vehicross | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Isuzu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vehicross | S |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3163 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5096 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3165 mm |
