1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 10 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 2 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
