2008 Acura RL vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, both 2008 Acura RL and 2008 Jaguar XJ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | RL | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 85 L |