2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 12 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 262 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2012 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | S | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 71 L |
