2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 10 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, 2012 Infiniti M (360 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 188 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XK8 | M |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1873 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
