2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 3 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 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (230 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
