2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ. 2009 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 has manual transmission. 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jaguar XJ | 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |