2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (457 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XKR | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 457 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 601 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |