2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 2 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Type | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 511 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |