2004 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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 134 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 314 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Because 2004 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XK | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Quest |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |
