2006 Jaguar XJR vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJR.
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 XJR (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJR | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |