2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | CL | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.9 L/100km |
