2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (503 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 955 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | CLK | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5460 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
