1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML

To start off, both 1999 Jaguar XK and 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (342 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.

Because 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML. (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Jaguar XK 1999 Mercedes-Benz ML
Make Jaguar Mercedes-Benz
Model XK ML
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3995 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 450 HP 342 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 604 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.5:1
Top Speed 289 km/hour 235 km/hour
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 2230 kg
Vehicle Length 4420 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 72 L


 

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