2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1996 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1996 Proton Perdana. (148 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1996 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 384 kg more than 1996 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Jaguar XJ8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Proton Perdana. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 1996 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Jaguar | Proton |
| Model | XJ8 | Perdana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2640 mm |
