2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 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 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 130 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 49 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK8 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 XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, 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 XK8 (542 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK8 | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1759 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2824 mm |
