2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (95 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (178 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK8 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 178 Nm |
| 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 | 1475 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
