1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,367 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (311 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2010 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Range Rover 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, 2010 Land Rover Range Rover (700 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XK8 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 104 L |