2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 878 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XK8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Acadia | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2613 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
