2005 Vauxhall Frontera vs. 2011 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XK is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XK weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2011 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. 2011 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2005 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | 2011 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Jaguar |
| Model | Frontera | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2751 mm |
