2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 75 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK8 | E |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
