2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar XK weights approximately 301 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Crossfire | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1399 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
