2005 Holden Caprice vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Holden Caprice is newer by 3 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Holden Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Caprice (295 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Caprice should accelerate faster 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, 2005 Holden Caprice (446 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Caprice | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Caprice | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 446 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |