2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 220 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (540 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 540 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 246 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 | 1735 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3040 mm |