2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XKR and 2005 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 530 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R 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 (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 2005 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |