2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E (298 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ8 | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4698 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2015 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1402 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
