2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Smart Brabus
To start off, 2007 Smart Brabus 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2007 Smart Brabus. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Smart Brabus.
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 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Smart Brabus. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Smart Brabus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Smart Brabus | |
| Make | Jaguar | Smart |
| Model | XK8 | Brabus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 999 cc |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
