2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (190 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK8 | C |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
