1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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 128 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
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 @ 3000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | C |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5996 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
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 | 1806 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2770 mm |