1998 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 14 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 347 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 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jaguar XK | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
Model | XK | M |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |