2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 7 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 947 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 725 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Jaguar | Bentley |
| Model | S-Type | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
