2008 GMC Savana vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 GMC Savana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 GMC Savana would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2008 GMC Savana. (279 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Savana weights approximately 616 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Savana. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Savana | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | GMC | Jaguar |
Model | Savana | XJ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Van | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 399 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2577 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |