1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 413 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (385 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | E | XF |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3606 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
