2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 240 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
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 XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJR | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR | S |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 6.5 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 | 1655 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 88 L |