2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 8 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP) has 63 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XF. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XF.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJ8 | XF |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |
