2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 Infiniti I

To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XK8 and 2002 Infiniti I were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Infiniti I. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 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 2002 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I, 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti I. (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti I.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Jaguar XK8 2002 Infiniti I
Make Jaguar Infiniti
Model XK8 I
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2960 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 300 HP 224 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 420 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1685 kg 1510 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2590 mm 2760 mm


 

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