2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (275 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E420 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | E420 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| 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 | 2052 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
