2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. Both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2002 Jaguar XK8 are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar S-Type | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
