Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Jaguar XK | Mercedes-Benz CL-Class | |
Engine | supercharged 4.2L V8 DOHC-4v 420 hp@6250 413 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 5.5L V12 OHC-3v 510 hp@5000 612 lb-ft@1800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 116.3 in | -8 in |
Length | 188.6 in | 199.4 in | -10.8 in |
Width | 74.5 in | 73.7 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 52.0 in | 55.8 in | -3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3711 lb. | 4890 lb. | -1179 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.7 gal. | 23.8 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 36.9 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 59.3 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.1 in | 42.2 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 33.3 in | 36.4 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.5 in | 55.2 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 23.7 in | 32.2 in | -8.5 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 74.4 in (over 2 rows) | -5.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 10.6 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 | -2.3 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The CL600 comes standard with active multi-contour front seats with heating/cooling and message functions. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 510hp 5.5L V12 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
THe CLs lack rear seat room and entry/exit can be difficult and challenging at best. see full Mercedes-Benz CL-Class review |