2003 Avanti Studebaker vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Avanti Studebaker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Avanti Studebaker would be higher. At 5,952 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Avanti Studebaker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. (321 HP @ 3300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2003 Avanti Studebaker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Avanti Studebaker weights approximately 979 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 2003 Avanti Studebaker is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Avanti Studebaker 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, 2003 Avanti Studebaker (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XK. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Avanti Studebaker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Avanti Studebaker | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Studebaker | XK |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5952 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2675 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3410 mm | 2751 mm |
