1997 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Infiniti IPL
To start off, 2013 Infiniti IPL is newer by 16 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, 2013 Infiniti IPL (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti IPL should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti IPL weights approximately 82 kg more than 1997 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Infiniti IPL, 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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti IPL. (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1997 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti IPL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK | 2013 Infiniti IPL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XK | IPL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 338 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1823 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2850 mm |
