1999 Holden Berlina vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Holden Berlina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Holden Berlina would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1999 Holden Berlina. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Berlina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Holden Berlina. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Berlina. (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Berlina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Holden Berlina | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | Berlina | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |
