2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2001 Daewoo Rezzo
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Daewoo Rezzo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Daewoo Rezzo would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo.
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, 2001 Daewoo Rezzo, 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 (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo. (148 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daewoo Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2001 Daewoo Rezzo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Daewoo |
| Model | S | Rezzo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5096 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 60 L |
