2009 Jaguar XJ vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
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 CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XJ | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ | CLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
