2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2006 Jaguar XKR and 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. (302 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 815 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | GL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |