2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 4 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 173 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 167 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 Jaguar XK (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (312 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar XK | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XK | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
