1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (246 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 225 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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 (393 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
