1989 Jaguar F-Type vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar F-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar F-Type would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (187 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 610 kg more than 1989 Jaguar F-Type.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar F-Type | 2004 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | F-Type | ML |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 257 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2970 mm |
