2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK and 2008 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 280 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
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 | 301 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |