2009 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2012 Acura ZDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura ZDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 681 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2012 Acura ZDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura ZDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura ZDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | S | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1595 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 79 L |
