2007 Jaguar XKR vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XKR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XKR would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XKR | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XKR | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |