2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30
To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XK8 and 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. (227 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30. 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 Mercedes-Benz C30 (540 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C30 | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK8 | C30 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |