2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (510 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jaguar XF. (500 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | CLS | XF |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
