2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (399 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3224 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 399 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.7 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 | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
