2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 7 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), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2011 Infiniti M. (235 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2011 Infiniti M.
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, 2011 Infiniti M (550 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2011 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Jaguar | Infiniti |
| Model | XK | M |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4945 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2901 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 67 L |
