2000 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross is newer by 2 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Isuzu VehiCross 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross. (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Isuzu VehiCross.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Isuzu VehiCross | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | VehiCross | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2920 mm |
