1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Raider
To start off, 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mitsubishi Raider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 250 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Raider. 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, both vehicles can yield 393 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2007 Mitsubishi Raider | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Raider |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |
