2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (180 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | E |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |