1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | SL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
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 | 445 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1600 mm |