2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (350 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF. 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XF | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1679 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
