2002 Jaguar XJR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 10 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 180 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 835 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJR | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | GL |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |
