2000 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 728 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | R |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
