2003 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jaguar XK

To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Jaguar XK 2008 Jaguar XK
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XK XK
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 553 Nm 421 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 90.3 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1818 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1340 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 70 L


 

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