2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 255 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1998 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 553 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
