2007 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 77 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (217 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 237 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Rexton. (318 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK | 2012 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XK | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
