2004 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 4,194 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 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 573 kg more than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. 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 (541 Nm) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | 200 SX Silvia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2530 mm |
