1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 2000 Nissan Laurel is newer by 2 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 291 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (154 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Laurel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Nissan Laurel. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Laurel. (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Laurel.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2000 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Laurel |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 445 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 615 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1410 mm |