2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2013 Infiniti M
To start off, 2013 Infiniti M is newer by 12 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 92 more horse power than 2013 Infiniti M. (298 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti M weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2013 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti M 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Infiniti M. (350 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2013 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XK8 | M |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1515 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
