Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Jaguar XK | Mercedes-Benz C-Class | |
Engine | supercharged 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6250 413 lb-ft@4000 |
6.2L V8 DOHC-4v 451 hp@6800 443 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 108.7 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 188.6 in | 180.7 in | 7.9 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 69.7 in | 4.8 in |
Height | 52.0 in | 54.8 in | -2.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3711 lb. | 4034 lb. | -323 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.7 gal. | 15.6 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.0 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 54.0 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.1 in | 42.0 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 35.5 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 50.3 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 23.7 in | 33.0 in | -9.3 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 75 in (over 2 rows) | -6.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.6 ft3 | 11.7 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
2009 Jaguar XK Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hatch supercharged 420hp 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent quality and positioning. see full Jaguar XK review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mercedes-Benz C-Class.