1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1096 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1995 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1995 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 Jaguar XJS | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJS | E |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 2830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 80 L |