2002 Chrysler LHS vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,516 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chrysler LHS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 541 kg more than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Chrysler LHS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chrysler LHS. (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler LHS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LHS | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
