2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type

To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1157 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar S-Type.

Compare all specifications:

2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC 2007 Jaguar S-Type
Make Mercedes-Benz Jaguar
Model CLC S-Type
Year Released 2011 2007
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 2967 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 351 Nm 293 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.3 seconds 7.6 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 2830 kg 1673 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2920 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.6 L/100km 10.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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