2005 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 51 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | S | XJ |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1891 kg | 1942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |