2013 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz G and 2013 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 530 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (759 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
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2013 Mercedes-Benz G | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | G | S |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 529 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 759 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2550 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4763 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2055 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1938 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.4 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |