2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 425 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (561 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 561 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 80 L |