1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X is newer by 13 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XK | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saab |
| Model | XK | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
