2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Jaguar XK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | SL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3994 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |