2000 Ford Equator vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Equator | S |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2987 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 3165 mm |
