2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK 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 119 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500. (460 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | E500 | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 550 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 680 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1919 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |