2001 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2012 GMC Acadia is newer by 11 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 2 more horse power than 2012 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Acadia weights approximately 542 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK.
Because 2001 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 2001 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 GMC Acadia, 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK | 2012 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Jaguar | GMC |
Model | XK | Acadia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 2112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1986 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1849 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3020 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |