2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 7 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 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Juke. (188 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 757 kg more than 2012 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | S | Juke |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 801 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
