2007 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 2011 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2011 Chrysler 300 is newer by 4 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Chrysler 300. (292 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 202 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chrysler 300. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jaguar XJ8 | 2011 Chrysler 300 | |
Make | Jaguar | Chrysler |
Model | XJ8 | 300 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5044 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3053 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |