2000 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler 300 (253 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2000 Chrysler 300.
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, 2000 Chrysler 300 (479 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (380 Nm). This means 2000 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5699 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 479 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1609 kg | 1710 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
