1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 73 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 215 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XK | Korando |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
