2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (335 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 672 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | GL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1753 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
