2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2002 Vector M12
To start off, both 2002 Jaguar XK8 and 2002 Vector M12 were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vector M12 (484 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vector M12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 53 kg more than 2002 Vector M12.
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 Vector M12 (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Vector M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8. 2002 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2002 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2002 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2002 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Vector |
| Model | XK8 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2750 mm |
