2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XK8 and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 133 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XK8.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK8 | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 78 L |