2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2010 Ford Maverick
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 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2010 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 640 kg more than 2010 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Maverick 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 (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2010 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | S | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 829 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
