2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
