2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 510 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | S |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |