2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XKR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XKR | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |