1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2006 Tata Indigo is newer by 8 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 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2006 Tata Indigo.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Jaguar XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Tata Indigo. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2006 Tata Indigo has manual transmission. 2006 Tata Indigo 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 | 2006 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Tata |
| Model | XK | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
