1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 3 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. Both 1998 Jaguar XK and 2001 Jaguar XK8 are equipped with a 3,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK. 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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (394 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
