2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
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 XK (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |