1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 504 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R. (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | R |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 2226 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
