1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK8 | CL |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |