2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 140 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 88 L |
