2010 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 289 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz R (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz R | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R | S |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2310 kg | 2021 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
