2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (356 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 171 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S. (530 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1999 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 88 L |
