2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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 ML (616 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 616 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 93 L |
