2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (254 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (197 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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 S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | S | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5226 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
