2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 10 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | S | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4266 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2970 mm |
