2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (221 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 241 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2920 mm |
