1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet 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 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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 (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet has manual transmission. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | F300 Life Jet | XJ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 3032 mm |
