2000 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, both 2000 Jaguar XK and 2000 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 545 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, 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, 2000 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2000 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Jaguar XK | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XK | 45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |