2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 630 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | SLK | XJ |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
