2004 Acura MDX vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Acura MDX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Acura MDX would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 Acura MDX. (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2004 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura MDX. (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Acura MDX | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | MDX | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
