2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 301 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 767 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Because 2010 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Jaguar | Lexus |
| Model | XJ8 | GX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1639 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
