2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XK. (385 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | SLR McLaren | XK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 61 L |