2003 Jaguar XJ vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (254 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XJ | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5096 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |