2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar X-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | X-Type | A |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
