1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 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 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | C |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 245 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 | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 66 L |
