2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. 2001 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan Hardbody has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan Hardbody will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 84 L |
