2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2004 Mazda B2500
To start off, 2004 Mazda B2500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. 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 96 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2500. (204 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2004 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda B2500 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2500. (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2004 Mazda B2500 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XK8 | B2500 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4031 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2990 mm |
