2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XF. (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XF weights approximately 118 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XF. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XF | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 820 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 98 L |
