2005 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 461 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1714 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 93 L |
