2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Because 2005 Buick Rendezvous is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (285 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Rendezvous | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3343 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
