2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8

To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK would be higher. Both 2006 Jaguar XK and 2008 Jaguar XJ8 are equipped with a 4,196 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 294 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.

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, both vehicles can yield 411 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.

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2006 Jaguar XK 2008 Jaguar XJ8
Make Jaguar Jaguar
Model XK XJ8
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 4196 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 294 HP 294 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 411 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.5 seconds 6.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1684 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 2080 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 11 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 85 L