2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP) has 165 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XF. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XF.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XF. (500 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jaguar |
| Model | CLS | XF |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
