2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 100 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | S |
Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |