2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (327 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 549 kg more 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
| Model | S | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 2684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 93 L |
