2008 Infiniti FX vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2008 Infiniti FX is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jaguar XJ8 would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti FX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Because 2008 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti FX 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Infiniti FX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Infiniti FX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Infiniti FX | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Jaguar |
| Model | FX | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 87 L |
