2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Infiniti FX. (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XK8 | FX |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
