2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Aspen and 2008 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XK. (254 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Aspen weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chrysler Aspen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XK. (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Aspen | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 71 L |
