1998 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJR. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 612 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL. (391 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1837 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
