2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XKR and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 weights approximately 184 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 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 XKR (525 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | E500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1919 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |