1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 2003 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK8 | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2890 mm |
