2006 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 193 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar S-Type | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1728 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
