2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XK8 and 2002 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK. (291 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK8 | XK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |