1999 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK. 2005 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Aceca | XK |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |