2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XJ and 2006 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |