2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (303 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz C (410 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4266 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 69 L |
