2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 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 268 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2000 Samsung SM5. 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 XK8 (542 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Samsung |
Model | XK8 | SM5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 162 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |