1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 14 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 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 251 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK.
Because 1997 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Murano |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
