2002 Infiniti QX4 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti QX4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti QX4 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2002 Infiniti QX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 365 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2002 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti QX4 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Infiniti QX4. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Infiniti QX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Infiniti QX4 | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | QX4 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
