2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (156 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 XJ8 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ8 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |