1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 345 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jaguar XK | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | SL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 604 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
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 | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |