2009 Jaguar XK vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Because 2009 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Verada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XK | Verada |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1502 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
