1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 89 kg more than 1997 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XJ |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
