1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 14 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 169 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 37 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR | CLS |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
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 | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |