2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (228 HP) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Type | Viano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 228 HP |
Torque | 435 Nm | 346 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |