2000 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2000 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (149 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. 2000 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1995 Mercedes-Benz E has manual transmission. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | E |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2940 mm |
