2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
