2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar X-Type and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (228 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 315 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (280 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 Jaguar X-Type has manual transmission. 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X-Type | CL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |