1989 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (387 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | E |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
