2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 2 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 731 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X1 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, 2012 BMW X1 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | S | X1 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2296 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
