2011 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 415 kg more than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Wrangler | S |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1798 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
