2009 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,718 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar S-Type (205 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 185 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar S-Type | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Type | SLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2718 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
