2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 780 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2004 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2004 Land Rover Range Rover | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | Range Rover |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
