2000 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XKR. (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1097 kg more than 2000 Jaguar XKR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 451 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2770 mm |
