2007 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. (350 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | C | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
