2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XJ and 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. (288 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML (460 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
