2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1996 Renault 19
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Renault 19 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1996 Renault 19. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1996 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault 19. (150 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1996 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XK8 | 19 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
