2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 127 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1897 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
