2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XKR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 72 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XKR | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XKR | CLS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 469 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
