2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 626 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | XK8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
