2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (197 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. (176 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | E |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
