2007 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (507 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 E (630 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XK. (624 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | E | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1321 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |
