2007 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XK | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XK |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |