2000 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 11 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 725 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | S | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6160 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4090 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
