2003 Jaguar R Coupe vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 66 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe.
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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (460 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R Coupe | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
