1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | C |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 70 L |
