2008 Isuzu I-350 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Isuzu I-350 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (243 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Isuzu I-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Isuzu I-350 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1996 Jaguar XK8.
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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Isuzu I-350. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Isuzu I-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Isuzu I-350 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Jaguar |
| Model | I-350 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 243 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1874 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 75 L |
