2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 394 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 681 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
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2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | S | Rexton |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 621 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 999 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 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 | 2296 kg | 1902 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |