1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 10 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 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 655 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK.
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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Patrol |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4759 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2980 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 135 L |