2007 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2007 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, both 2007 Mercedes-Benz S and 2007 Jaguar X-Type were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (193 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 589 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | 2007 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | S | X-Type |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
