2005 Jaguar XK vs. 1990 Lada Niva
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Lada Niva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Lada Niva would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1990 Lada Niva. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1990 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 564 kg more than 1990 Lada Niva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Lada Niva is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Lada Niva will offer significantly more control. 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 (411 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Lada Niva. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 1990 Lada Niva | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lada |
| Model | XK | Niva |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1451 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 43 L |
