2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2004 Jaguar XJ and 2004 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 291 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2004 Mercedes-Benz S is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
