2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Azera is newer by 8 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 3,997 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (246 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 344 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Because 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Azera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Azera. (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Hyundai |
| Model | S | Azera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3997 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4895 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2779 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 75 L |
