2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 30 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | C |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1620 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |
