2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 332 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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 XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Ridgeline | XJ |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
