2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 5 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
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, both vehicles can yield 420 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK8 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
