2012 Jeep Patriot vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2012 Jeep Patriot and 2012 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 819 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot, 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Patriot will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jeep Patriot | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Patriot | S |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4415 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1758 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1664 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 90 L |
