2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 43 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | CLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |
