2003 BMW X Activity vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2003 BMW X Activity and 2003 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2003 BMW X Activity. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW X Activity. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 245 kg more than 2003 BMW X Activity. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 BMW X Activity is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 BMW X Activity 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW X Activity. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW X Activity.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW X Activity | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X Activity | S |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
