2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan

To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Titan. (317 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Titan.

Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Titan. (523 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Titan.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Jaguar XK8 2008 Nissan Titan
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XK8 Titan
Year Released 2001 2008
Body Type Coupe Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3996 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 317 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 4900 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 523 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 5710 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 2030 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1900 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 3560 mm


 

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