2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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 (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2722 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
