2004 Marcos TS vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Marcos TS is newer by 2 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), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2004 Marcos TS. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Marcos TS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 820 kg more than 2004 Marcos TS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Marcos TS. (224 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Marcos TS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Marcos TS | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TS | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2860 mm |
