2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (208 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. (403 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1996 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | XK | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
