1990 Jaguar XJR vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 203 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | SLK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
