2006 Jaguar XKR vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 5 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 66 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
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 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XKR | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | SL |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |