2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XF. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XF | CLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 474 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 62 L |
