2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 1 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 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 240 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
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 Jaguar XJ6 (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | C |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 68.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 234 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
