1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1997 Nissan Sunny 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, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 570 kg more than 1997 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Sunny 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 Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2540 mm |
