2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 3 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 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. (167 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 491 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | ML |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |
