2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJR is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. (375 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 342 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJR.
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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJR. (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJR | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
