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