2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1997 Mercury MC4
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercury MC4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercury MC4 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercury MC4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1997 Mercury MC4. (202 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercury MC4.
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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercury MC4. (387 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercury MC4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1997 Mercury MC4 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercury |
| Model | XJ | MC4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
