2000 Jaguar XKA vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKA would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XKA is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XKA (466 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XKA should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 848 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKA.
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, 2000 Jaguar XKA (843 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (440 Nm). This means 2000 Jaguar XKA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2000 Jaguar XKA has manual transmission. 2000 Jaguar XKA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Jaguar XKA | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKA | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4399 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 466 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 843 Nm | 440 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2648 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 4326 mm |