2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (271 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (600 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (350 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | CLK | XF |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 271 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 5.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
