1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (376 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 180 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK 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 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | E | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1322 mm |
