1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 521 kg more than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jaguar | GMC |
| Model | XJ8 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
