2005 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar X-Type and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (167 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 95 kg more than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 CLK (245 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar X-Type | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X-Type | CLK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
