2008 Jaguar XJR vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJR. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJR. (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJR.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJR | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XJR | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 97 L |