1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | CL |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |