2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (203 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XF | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |
