1997 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2010 Chrysler 300 is newer by 13 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 6,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler 300 (425 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2010 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2010 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
| Model | XK8 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3048 mm |
