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1998 Jaguar XK 8 vs 1998 Lotus Esprit Comparison

Compare technical specifications, scores and everyday-use differences side by side.

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WINNER

Lotus Esprit

Leads the overall E-Kıyasla score by 1 points.

86.5–87.5
SPECIFICATION GROUPS

Every difference between the two cars

Basic Specifications

Jaguar XK 8SpecificationLotus Esprit
JaguarMakeLotus
XK 8ModelEsprit
1998Model year1998
CabrioletBody typeCoupe
2+2Seats2
2Doors2

Performance

Jaguar XK 8SpecificationLotus Esprit
5,6 s0–100 km/h4,9 s
250 km/hTop speed282 km/h
3996 ccEngine displacement3506 cc
363 HPPower354 HP
505 NmTorque400 Nm
8Cylinders8

Fuel & Consumption

Jaguar XK 8SpecificationLotus Esprit
PetrolFuel typePetrol
75 ltFuel tank73 lt
18 ltUrban consumption20 lt
9,6 ltExtra-urban consumption9,3 lt
12,7 ltAverage consumption—

Transmission & Chassis

Jaguar XK 8SpecificationLotus Esprit
Rear-wheel driveDrivetrainRear-wheel drive
5Gears5
245/45 R18; 255/45 R18Tyre size235/40 R17; 285/35 R18
YesABSYes

Dimensions

Jaguar XK 8SpecificationLotus Esprit
4760 mmLength4370 mm
1829 mmWidth1880 mm
1306 mmHeight1150 mm
1825 KgWeight1380 Kg
2588 mmWheelbase2420 mm

E-Kıyasla Editor’s Note

1998 Jaguar XK 8 and 1998 Lotus Esprit approach the same decision from different angles. We compare the exact versions so changes in engine, transmission, dimensions and equipment are not hidden behind the model names.

Overall, Lotus Esprit leads the E-Kıyasla score by 1 points. The score provides a consistent summary, while the best choice can still change with priorities such as urban efficiency, luggage space, performance or equipment.

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