2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, both 2008 Jaguar XK and 2008 Peugeot 207 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 XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 207. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 207. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 535 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207. 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 (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 207. (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 207. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Peugeot 207 has manual transmission. 2008 Peugeot 207 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 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XK | 207 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 49 L |
