2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar XJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar XJ would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 GMC Acadia. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Acadia.

Because 2008 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 GMC Acadia 2007 Jaguar XJ
Make GMC Jaguar
Model Acadia XJ
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
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 401 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 560 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5100 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 84 L


 

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