1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 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 90 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 83 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute 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 @ 4250 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2008 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 174 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 | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 61 L |
