Petrol engines (Jaguar XJ) are generally quieter, smoother, and better suited for short trips due to quicker warm-up times. Diesel (Mercedes E class) engines, on the other hand, offer superior fuel efficiency and torque, making them ideal for long-distance driving and heavy loads. Read more: Petrol vs. Diesel: Fuel Economy and Key Differences.
Performance
Power:
203 HP
75 HP
Torque:
302 NM
126 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h:
8.4 seconds
18.5 seconds
Jaguar XJ is more dynamic to drive. Jaguar XJ engine produces 128 HP more power than Mercedes E class, whereas torque is 176 NM more than Mercedes E class. Thanks to more power Jaguar XJ reaches 100 km/h speed 10.1 seconds faster.
Fuel consumption
Fuel consumption (l/100km):
11.8
6.7
The Mercedes E class is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Jaguar XJ consumes 5.1 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mercedes E class, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Jaguar XJ could require 765 litres more fuel.
Fuel tank capacity:
89 litres
70 litres
Full fuel tank distance:
750 km in combined cycle
1040 km in combined cycle
Mercedes E class gets more mileage on one fuel tank.
Jaguar XJ is larger, but lower. Jaguar XJ is 25 cm longer than the Mercedes E class, 5 cm wider, while the height of Jaguar XJ is 5 cm lower.
Trunk capacity:
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Turning diameter:
12.4 meters
11.2 meters
The turning circle of the Jaguar XJ is 1.2 metres more than that of the Mercedes E class, which means Jaguar XJ can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
