2005 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 12 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, 2005 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 554 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |