1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (232 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | S |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
