2006 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 590 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jaguar XK 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Jaguar Nissan
Model XK Pathfinder
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4196 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 294 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 411 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1720 kg 1130 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2080 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.3 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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