1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | S |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |