2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2009 Jaguar S-Type and 2009 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S-Type | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 6.9 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 | 1620 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |