2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2007 Tata Safari
To start off, 2007 Tata Safari is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 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 162 more horse power than 2007 Tata Safari. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Tata Safari weights approximately 236 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2007 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Tata Safari 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Safari. (320 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Safari. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 2007 Tata Safari has manual transmission. 2007 Tata Safari will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2007 Tata Safari | |
Make | Jaguar | Tata |
Model | XJ8 | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2660 mm |