2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 145 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz E is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. 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 E (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 2011 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | E |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| 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 | 1880 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
