2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 882 kg more than 2009 Jeep Liberty. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Liberty | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |