2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 7 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 4,266 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 68 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
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 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. (254 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | S | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
