2003 Infiniti M vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti M would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti M (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti M weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 2003 Infiniti M (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Infiniti M | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | M | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 85 L |
