2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30

To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XJ and 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 240 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (540 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Jaguar XJ 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
Make Jaguar Mercedes-Benz
Model XJ C30
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 2950 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 301 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 541 Nm 540 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1560 kg
Wheelbase Size 3040 mm 2720 mm


 

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