2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 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 55 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 119 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 2005 Nissan Murano. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK8 | Murano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |