1988 Jaguar XJS vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 16 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 (225 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 169 kg more than 1988 Jaguar XJS.
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 (325 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jaguar XJS | 2004 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | E |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3590 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1799 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 78 L |
