2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. (389 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 (571 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | 600 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
