2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Venturi Cabriolet would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 463 kg more than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. 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 XK (525 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1990 Venturi Cabriolet | |
| Make | Jaguar | Venturi |
| Model | XK | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
