2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (362 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 99 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 362 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 62 L |