2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 150 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |