2011 Mercedes-Benz R vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 449 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz R | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | R | XJ |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5156 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1958 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1661 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3216 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |