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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (216 HP @ 5700 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 76 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 Mercedes-Benz C (310 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Type | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |