2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 7 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover LR3. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK8 | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
