2009 Jaguar XK vs. 2008 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 59 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XK | 2008 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK | XF |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 2965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.4 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 69 L |
