2004 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar S-Type | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 391 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
