2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G

To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XK and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 63 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jaguar XK 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
Make Jaguar Mercedes-Benz
Model XK G
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 294 HP 292 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 456 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 249 km/hour 185 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1848 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4780 mm 4670 mm
Vehicle Width 2080 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11 L/100km 16.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 96 L


 

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