1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 15 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti G25. (218 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti G25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 47 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, 1997 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti G25. (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti G25.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jaguar XK | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | XK | G25 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |