2002 Jaguar XJ vs. 2004 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2004 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 318 kg more than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda RX-8. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2004 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2004 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ | 2004 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3248 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6350 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
