1998 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Nissan Crew
To start off, 1999 Nissan Crew is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (445 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Crew. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Crew. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 325 kg more than 1999 Nissan Crew. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (615 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Crew. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Crew. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Crew has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Crew will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 1999 Nissan Crew | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Crew |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1470 mm |