2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | CLS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6208 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 508 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
