1996 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 285 kg more than 1996 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E. (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercedes-Benz E | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | E | XJ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |