2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |
