1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 830 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 (569 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR-15 | G |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2410 mm |
