2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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 63 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 321 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK8 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
