2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo
To start off, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is newer by 7 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 5,200 cc (10 cylinders), 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (562 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo.
Because 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo 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, 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo (540 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lamborghini |
| Model | XJ8 | Gallardo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 562 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4386 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1184 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
