2008 Acura TL vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (235 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2009 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 2009 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TL, 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, 2008 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2009 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | TL | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |
