2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, both 2002 Mercedes-Benz S and 2002 SsangYong Rexton were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 45 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Mercedes-Benz S 2002 SsangYong Rexton
Make Mercedes-Benz SsangYong
Model S Rexton
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4266 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 275 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 401 Nm 257 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.9 mm 89 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 92.4 mm
Top Speed 250 km/hour 157 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1895 kg 1850 kg
Vehicle Length 5170 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3090 mm 2830 mm


 

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