1994 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1994 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 131 kg more than 1994 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Holden Statesman. (386 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Holden Statesman | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XK |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2751 mm |
