1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 248 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XJR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR | Viano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 2085 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 75 L |