2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (511 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 164 kg more than 2011 Jaguar XJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (720 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (600 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
Model | SL | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 511 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 720 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.5 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |