1999 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 385 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XJ. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 90 L |
