2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,964 cc, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | CLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4964 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1715 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
