1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (378 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJS | C |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 378 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 62 L |
