2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 9 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 157 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Rapide (601 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (541 Nm). This means 2013 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2013 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | XK | Rapide |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2989 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 91 L |
