2009 Jaguar XF vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XF | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XF | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |