2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK and 2008 Nissan Primera were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Primera, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Primera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Primera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1408 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |
