2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XKR 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (142 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 158 kg more than 2006 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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |