2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 2000 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2000 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2000 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jaguar XK weights approximately 11 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XJ | 2000 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ | XK |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4193 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 553 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1689 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |