2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 48 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (624 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | SL | XJ |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2009 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5248 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |
