2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP) has 189 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 25 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJ8. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ8 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
