2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. (232 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 339 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz S (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | S |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |
