1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 11 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK (535 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XJ |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 535 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |