1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (141 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 240 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. (273 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1988 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1988 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | 200 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 219 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2700 mm |
