2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XK.
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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | C | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2147 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
