2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 120 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (180 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK8 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
