2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK 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 1198 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 2814 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |