2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 279 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (525 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | 400 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3150 mm |
