2001 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220.
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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 546 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (531 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2001 Jaguar XJ220 has manual transmission. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ220 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 1077 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Top Speed | 354 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2230 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
