1990 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (200 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1990 Jaguar XJ6 (299 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJ6 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2431 mm |
