2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | SL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |