1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 11 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (240 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar S-Type. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2009 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
