2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 923 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XK | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.3 seconds | 8.9 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 | 1785 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 88 L |