2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 760 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (191 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mazda |
| Model | S | 5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 829 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
