2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 7 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (454 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 31 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 454 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4724 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2766 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |