1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 6 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 (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 310 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
