2012 Jaguar XK vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (90 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (185 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Jaguar XK | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XK | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 550 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 680 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1311 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 54 L |
