1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1992 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 584 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Jaguar XJR. (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | SLK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 70 L |
