1996 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 13 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XK |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 71 L |