1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1997 Nissan Sunny
To start off, both 1997 Jaguar XK8 and 1997 Nissan Sunny were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Sunny.
Because 1997 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Sunny, 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 XK8 (393 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Sunny. (138 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Sunny. 1997 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 1997 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2540 mm |
