1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Venturi 400
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Venturi 400 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 55 more horse power than 1996 Venturi 400. (395 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Venturi 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 415 kg more than 1996 Venturi 400. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Venturi 400. (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Venturi 400. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1996 Venturi 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Venturi 400 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 | 1996 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Venturi |
| Model | XK | 400 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 604 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 286 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2500 mm |
