2004 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2010 GMC Yukon is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2010 GMC Yukon. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Yukon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Yukon weights approximately 442 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Yukon. (454 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Yukon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | GMC |
| Model | S | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 2533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
