2006 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (201 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 34 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Malibu | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
