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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 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 100 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (319 Nm @ 4600 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 | 4966 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |