2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJR and 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (286 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 592 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJR.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2005 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (511 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJR | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 2300 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 93 L |
