2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 425 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Type | CL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |