1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Serena. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Serena would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Serena. (97 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Serena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 180 kg more than 1995 Nissan Serena. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1995 Nissan Serena has manual transmission. 1995 Nissan Serena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Serena |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
