2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (297 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
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 SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | SL | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 85 L |