2005 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 472 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | C | XJ |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
