2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz R 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 (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
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 @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XF | R |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 2130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
