1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 480 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | Viano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
