2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Peugeot 907. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Peugeot 907 would be higher. At 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 907.
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 XK8 (411 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 907. (214 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 907. 2005 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2004 Peugeot 907 has manual transmission. 2004 Peugeot 907 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK8 | 907 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 5892 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
