2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 SSC Aero
To start off, 2007 SSC Aero is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 814 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 747 kg more than 2007 SSC Aero.
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, 2007 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 797 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2007 SSC Aero has manual transmission. 2007 SSC Aero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 SSC Aero | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SSC |
Model | S | Aero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3997 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 1062 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 1357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1293 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1090 mm |