2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 5 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 900 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jaguar | Land Rover |
Model | XJ8 | Range Rover |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3555 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4973 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2035 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2891 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 104 L |