2008 Acura TL vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 3 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 668 kg more than 2008 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura TL | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Acura | Jaguar |
| Model | TL | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
