1998 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 15 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (370 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 699 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.
Because 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has manual transmission. 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Jaguar XJ8 | 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJ8 | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2013 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2158 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1784 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2745 mm |