1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Lada Niva
To start off, both 1996 Jaguar XK and 1996 Lada Niva were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1996 Lada Niva. (79 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 360 kg more than 1996 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Lada Niva 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lada Niva. (133 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lada Niva. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1996 Lada Niva has manual transmission. 1996 Lada Niva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 1996 Lada Niva | |
Make | Jaguar | Lada |
Model | XK | Niva |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1690 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 132 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 42 L |