1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 15 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 61 more horse power than 2011 Land Rover LR2. (230 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Land Rover LR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2011 Land Rover LR2 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 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 2011 Land Rover LR2. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover LR2.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XK8 | LR2 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1908 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |