2007 Acura RDX vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Acura RDX.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Acura RDX. (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Acura RDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | RDX | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
