1999 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Saturn SC
To start off, both 1999 Jaguar XK and 1999 Saturn SC were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 350 more horse power than 1999 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 520 kg more than 1999 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Saturn SC, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Saturn SC. (158 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Saturn SC. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1999 Saturn SC has manual transmission. 1999 Saturn SC 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.
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1999 Jaguar XK | 1999 Saturn SC | |
Make | Jaguar | Saturn |
Model | XK | SC |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 604 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |