2008 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 300 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2008 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 335 | 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 335 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
