1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,985 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | S |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2520 mm |
