2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XK8 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK8 | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |