1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 12 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XK. (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 227 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL will offer significantly more control. 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 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2011 Acura TL | |
| Make | Jaguar | Acura |
| Model | XK | TL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1797 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4966 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
