2010 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 854 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XK | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | G |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1696 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1328 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 96 L |
