2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK and 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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 XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 4 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
Model | XK | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |