2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (367 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 88 L |
