2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF 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 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 55 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 244 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2909 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
