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 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (269 HP @ 6000 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 75 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2500 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 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6.9 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 | 1735 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |