2008 Buick Enclave vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2008 Buick Enclave and 2008 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Buick Enclave, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Buick Enclave | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Enclave | XK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 71 L |