2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2000 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2000 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Verada |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2730 mm |
