2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Navara would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Navara. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2007 Nissan Navara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Navara. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Navara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XK8 | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK8 | Navara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1838 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |