2010 Jaguar XK vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 182 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XK.
Because 1999 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jaguar XK | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1696 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4793 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1892 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1328 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
