2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2011 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
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, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK | 2011 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK | Frontier |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |