2005 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8

To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. Both 2005 Jaguar S-Type and 2008 Jaguar XK8 are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 250 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8. 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 S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK8.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jaguar S-Type 2008 Jaguar XK8
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model S-Type XK8
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type Sedan Coupe
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 391 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 3500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 541 Nm 420 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.3 mm 90.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 11.0:1
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 6.2 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 1845 kg 1595 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.6 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 71 L


 

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