2001 Jaguar XJR vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 404 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 XJR (525 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJR | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJR | SLK |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Top Speed | 252 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
