2007 Jaguar XJ vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 361 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | 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 | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |