2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 311 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (336 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2004 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | SL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
