2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 48 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 (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. (311 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jaguar XK | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XK | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3090 mm |