1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 9 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 4,393 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (305 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 547 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.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2007 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XK | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 4393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2117 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2200 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 104 L |