2000 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (237 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (123 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Wrangler | M |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 617 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4804 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2915 mm |