2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XK8. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK8 | 350Z |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |