2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 MCC ForFour

To start off, both 2004 Jaguar XK and 2004 MCC ForFour were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 282 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 778 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour. 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, 2004 MCC ForFour, 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 (525 Nm) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (148 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Jaguar XK 2004 MCC ForFour
Make Jaguar MCC
Model XK ForFour
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 1499 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 148 Nm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1758 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1460 mm


 

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