2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz S 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 87 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 100 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S.

Compare all specifications:

2010 Mercedes-Benz S 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
Make Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz
Model S S
Year Released 2010 2011
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3500 cc 5500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 295 HP 382 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 385 Nm 530 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1991 kg 2091 kg
Vehicle Length 5245 mm 5245 mm
Vehicle Width 1872 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1473 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 3165 mm 3165 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.4 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 90 L


 

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