1998 Holden Statesman vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 194 kg more than 1998 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Statesman | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Statesman | XK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
