2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 11 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 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 90 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar S-Type | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Type | E |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1474 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2874 mm |