2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, both 2010 Mercedes-Benz S and 2010 Ford Explorer were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2010 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2091 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 3320 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |
