2008 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Chrysler 300 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 176 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XJ.
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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler 300. (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.2 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
