2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. 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 163 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 82 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XK (420 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |
