S-Class S 500 vs GLE 53
Mercedes-Benz · Mercedes-Benz
1/4 Mile winner
S-Class S 500
Beats the GLE 53 by 0.30s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the S-Class S 500 beats the GLE 53 comfortably, finishing 0.30 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the S-Class S 500 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
429 hp
429 hp
0–100 km/h
4.9s
5.2s
Top speed
250 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V6
V6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
700 Nm
620 Nm
Price
$109,000
$71,000
Simulated race times
Distance
S-Class S 500
GLE 53
100 m
5.783s
5.940s
1/8 mile
8.555s
8.775s
1/4 mile
12.875s
13.179s
1 km
23.132s
23.575s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: GLE 53 is $71,000 vs $109,000 for the S-Class S 500 — a $38,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: S-Class S 500 is 0.30s quicker (4.9s vs 5.2s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the S-Class S 500 or the GLE 53?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the S-Class S 500 is faster, beating the GLE 53 by 0.30 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the S-Class S 500 vs the GLE 53?
The S-Class S 500 hits 100 km/h in 4.9 seconds, while the GLE 53 does it in 5.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The S-Class S 500 produces 429 hp; the GLE 53 produces 429 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The S-Class S 500 tops out at 250 km/h, and the GLE 53 reaches 250 km/h.
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