2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XF and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 604 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XF | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XF | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 507 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1749 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |