2004 Infiniti FX vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Infiniti FX. (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Infiniti FX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 270 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XK.
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, 1998 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Infiniti FX. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti FX | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
Model | FX | XK |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |