2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 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 96 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2013 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 XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ8 | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4591 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2008 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
