2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
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 (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (501 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | E |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 391 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 7.3 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 | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |