2006 Jaguar XK 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 XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 522 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | CL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 102.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |