2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 163 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Type | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |