2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Mini Cooper

To start off, both 2012 Mercedes-Benz S and 2012 Mini Cooper 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 328 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (208 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper, 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 539 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2012 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2012 Mini Cooper 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 Mercedes-Benz S 2012 Mini Cooper
Make Mercedes-Benz Mini
Model S Cooper
Year Released 2012 2012
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5500 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 536 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 799 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 7-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2230 kg 1210 kg
Vehicle Length 5250 mm 3729 mm
Vehicle Width 1872 mm 1684 mm
Vehicle Height 1473 mm 1407 mm
Wheelbase Size 3165 mm 2466 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.2 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 50 L


 

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