2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 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 332 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 550 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Xedos |
| Model | S | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2760 mm |
