2008 Jaguar XK vs. 2013 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2013 Nissan Armada is newer by 5 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Armada. (313 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Armada weights approximately 867 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Because 2013 Nissan Armada 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, 2013 Nissan Armada 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Armada. (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Armada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK | 2013 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Armada |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 313 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2014 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1981 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 105 L |
