2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
