2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 445 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept. (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Jaguar XJ 2005 Mercedes-Benz Bionic Car Concept
Make Jaguar Mercedes-Benz
Model XJ Bionic Car Concept
Year Released 2002 2005
Engine Size 3248 cc 1991 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 240 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6350 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4350 RPM 1600 RPM
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1710 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 5160 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1600 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2570 mm


 

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