2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 105 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | SL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
