2002 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S

To start off, both 2002 Isuzu VehiCross and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 385 kg more than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Isuzu VehiCross 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Isuzu VehiCross.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Isuzu VehiCross 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Isuzu Mercedes-Benz
Model VehiCross S
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3164 cc 5513 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 212 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 284 Nm 801 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 2135 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5170 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2720 mm


 

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