2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Type | S |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3090 mm |