2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (100 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
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, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1997 Mercedes-Benz F300 Life Jet | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | F300 Life Jet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3020 mm |
