2009 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 520 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XF. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | E | XF |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |