2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 186 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.2 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 | 1620 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |
