2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2005 Renault Avantime
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XK and 2005 Renault Avantime were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2005 Renault Avantime. (177 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Avantime. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 113 kg more than 2005 Renault Avantime. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Avantime, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (541 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Avantime. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Avantime.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XK | 2005 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Jaguar | Renault |
Model | XK | Avantime |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 541 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1833 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 83 L |