2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XK would be higher. Both 2004 Jaguar XK and 2005 TVR T 350 are equipped with a 3,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
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 (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 TVR T 350. (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 TVR T 350. 2004 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2005 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2005 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
