2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK8 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 781 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
