2002 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman H 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 25 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2010 SsangYong Chairman H. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJ8 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2910 mm |
