2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lumina | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 219 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1689 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 85 L |
