2009 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 7 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire. (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Crossfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Crossfire | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Crossfire | XK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 289 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 75 L |
