2008 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Toyota Celsior
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Celsior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Celsior would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celsior. (277 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celsior. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celsior. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celsior. (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celsior.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 Toyota Celsior | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | S | Celsior |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 417 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2860 mm |