1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1993 GMC Typhoon. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1993 GMC Typhoon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 GMC Typhoon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Because 1993 GMC Typhoon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Typhoon | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3040 mm |
