2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 64 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 352 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | B |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 54 L |
