2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK8 | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
