2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 87 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XF.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XF. (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | SL | XF |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |