2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP) has 186 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 544 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |
