2004 Buick Century 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 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Century 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 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Buick Century. (176 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2004 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Century. (264 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Century | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Century | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 176 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 264 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |