2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK8 | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3224 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 479 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
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 | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |