2007 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar X-Type and 2007 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar X-Type (231 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type 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 96 kg more than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2007 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar X-Type. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar X-Type | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X-Type | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 246 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
