2007 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (228 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (346 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ6 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ6 | Viano |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 228 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 10 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
