2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2003 Mazda Roadster
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Roadster would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (118 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2003 Mazda Roadster. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Roadster. (140 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2003 Mazda Roadster | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mazda |
| Model | XJ8 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 48 L |
