2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK.
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 420 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | S-Type | XK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 71 L |
