2006 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 526 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2722 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 436 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |