2003 AC Aceca vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2003 AC Aceca is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (291 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2003 AC Aceca.
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, 2003 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2003 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 2003 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 AC Aceca | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Aceca | XK8 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1653 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |