2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 282 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | S |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1673 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
