2008 Jaguar XJ8 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 XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. (263 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 76 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
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 (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. (411 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 XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJ8 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.3 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 Weight | 1684 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |