2013 Mercedes-Benz M vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M weights approximately 70 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 S (1,001 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M. (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz M.
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2013 Mercedes-Benz M | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M | S |
Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | electric | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 511 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2345 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4817 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2141 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2915 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |