2008 Jaguar X-Type vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar X-Type and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (153 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (148 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 38 kg more than 2008 Jaguar X-Type.
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, 2008 Jaguar X-Type (366 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar X-Type | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | X-Type | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |