2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Saab 9-4X
To start off, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK. (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Because 2011 Saab 9-4X is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 9-4X 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, 2011 Saab 9-4X (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Saab 9-4X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 2011 Saab 9-4X | |
| Make | Jaguar | Saab |
| Model | XK | 9-4X |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
