2008 Acura TL vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Acura TL. (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 610 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Acura TL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Acura | Jaguar |
Model | TL | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3032 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |