2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1999 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 1999 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK8 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
