1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 833 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander will offer significantly more control. 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 XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XK8 | Freelander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 2486 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |