2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (271 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2012 Jaguar XF.
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 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | S | XF |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
