2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (154 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 430 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 803 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (196 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2096 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2585 mm |
