2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery would be higher. At 4,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (407 Nm). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
| Model | XK | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 4556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 93 L |
