2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 Jaguar XK8 and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2005 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Jaguar | Suzuki |
| Model | XK8 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 66 L |
