1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 13 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 202 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 8 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E. (400 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | E |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1845 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
