1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK weights approximately 295 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK. (336 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz GLK | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | GLK | XJ |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1456 mm |
