2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1880 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
