2002 Jaguar XK vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (286 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 434 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | 400 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3150 mm |
