2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 8 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 142 more horse power than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 391 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK8 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 16.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
