2005 Ginetta G34 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2005 Ginetta G34 and 2005 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Ginetta G34. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Ginetta G34. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 943 kg more than 2005 Ginetta G34. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK (553 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ginetta G34. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ginetta G34.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ginetta G34 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ginetta | Jaguar |
| Model | G34 | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1280 mm |
