2008 Fiat Ducato vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 285 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jaguar XJ (525 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Ducato | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Fiat | Jaguar |
| Model | Ducato | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 14 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2160 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 84 L |
