2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 41 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ. 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 XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XJ | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1659 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
