2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 4 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 123 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 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 (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2010 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2873 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
