2001 Jaguar XJ vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ. (317 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
