2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 10 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 5,784 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (361 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2010 BMW X6. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 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 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | X6 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5784 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 361 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
