2008 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ6 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |
