2002 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 398 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan GT-R. (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2135 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 74 L |
