2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2004 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Freelander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Freelander would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Because 2004 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Freelander 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 XK8 (411 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2004 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK8 | Freelander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 64 L |
