1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 90 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Jaguar XJS | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJS | XK |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 71 L |
