2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 157 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XJ | XK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2720 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
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 | 1502 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |