1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 1997 Nissan 400 R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 90 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Because 1997 Nissan 400 R 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 (525 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan 400 R. (471 Nm). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan 400 R. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan 400 R has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan 400 R 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 | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | 400 R |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
