2002 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 10 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 133 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 932 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2012 Land Rover Freelander (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK. 2002 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2012 Land Rover Freelander has manual transmission. 2012 Land Rover Freelander will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
