2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK8 | SL |
Year Released | 2002 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 349 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 18.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |