1992 Holden Statesman vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1992 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1992 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 75 kg more than 1992 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Holden Statesman | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XK |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2600 mm |
