2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 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. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 16 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jaguar XK | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |