2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 2008 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 2008 Chrysler Crossfire 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 235 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Crossfire. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has manual transmission. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 2008 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Crossfire | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 238 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
