2002 Mercedes-Benz S 600 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 350 L
To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 600 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 350 L 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 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 600 (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 350 L. (241 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 600 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 350 L. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 600 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 350 L. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 600 (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 350 L. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 350 L.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mercedes-Benz S 600 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 350 L | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 241 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 801 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |