2006 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP) has 91 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 387 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Prix | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 291 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
