2005 Acura RL vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (255 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 76 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. 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, 2005 Acura RL, 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RL | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |
