2010 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 3 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 478 more horse power than 2013 Scion xD. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Scion xD. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1088 kg more than 2013 Scion xD. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Scion xD is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD 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 830 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion xD. (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Scion |
| Model | S | xD |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2296 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
