2002 Jaguar XKR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 10 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 415 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz S (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XKR. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | S |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |