2009 GMC Acadia vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 GMC Acadia. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Because 2009 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Acadia | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2590 mm |
