2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (181 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (270 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
