2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | SLK | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2752 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
