2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2008 Nissan Patrol is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,759 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Patrol. (254 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 775 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2008 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 135 L |
