1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Nissan Rogue
To start off, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Nissan Rogue. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Rogue 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, 2009 Nissan Rogue 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Rogue.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2009 Nissan Rogue | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Rogue |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
