2012 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 505 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 629 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Acura |
| Model | S | TL |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 621 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 999 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2305 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
