2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK8 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 15 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
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 C (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK8 | C |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 420 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |